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Students are invited to participate in Turiba University Practical Scientific Conference (6)
On May 18th, 2017
Practical Scientific Conference
"Communication in the global village: interests and influences"
We are inviting everyone to share experience, the results of the research, knowledge, presenting a research or a project. All the participants will receive certificates and representative prizes. The author of the best work will receive a prize – acknowledgment award from the University of Turiba Students' Council with a money prize (150 EUR).
Presenting the research:
In the introduction including:
- The research topicality
- The problem of the research
- The novelty of the research
- The aim of the research
- The research methods
In the main part including:
- An overview of the previous researches and theoretical sources
- Analysis and interpretation of empirical data
In the conclusion including:
- The resulting findings from the research
- Recommendations from the research
Presenting the project:
- Analysis of the problem and the importance of the problem
- The idea behind the project and its originality
- The objective of the project
- The implemented activities and their compliance with the objectives of the project
- Implementation process of the project that describes the planning and management
- Reached measurable results.
Report up to 7 pages (20,000 characters). Parameters for the text are available here.
Language for the student presentations at the conference - Latvian and English. Presentation – 7 min.
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The UNI/DMACC teacher education program is singly focused on the offering of a course sequence at DMACC Ankeny, Boone and Carroll Campuses that will lead to a degree from the UNI in Elementary Education.
All students must meet the regular requirements as specified by the University of Northern Iowa. This will include:
- The students will move through the program in groups called cohorts.
- Completion of an AA degree or equivalent course work.
- Enter UNI with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
- Tuition will be the regular UNI tuition for UNI classes and DMACC tuition for DMACC classes.
- Program and course requirements will be the same as those required of UNI campusbased students.
- Minimum of 130 credits : 74 DMACC, 56 UNI.
- Satisfactory completion of PRAXIS I for admission to Teacher Ed.
- Satisfactory completion of PRAXIS II before graduation for licensure recommendation.
- Maintain 2.5 GPA throughout program.
- All methods of teaching classes must be taken from UNI - no exceptions.
- To graduate with honors from UNI a total of 60 UNI credits must be completed.
- Completion of either the Middle Level major plus 2 endorsements OR just completing 1 or more endorsement.

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Dust in your ear holes, dust in your eye.
Dust in those knickers you hung out to dry…
Whilst many coastal and bush land communities suffered the ravages of fire and flood this summer, some rural Australian towns suffer under the blanket of giant dust storms that can turn day into night and envelop everything in their path.
We spoke to Sarah Chamberlain, Director of Little Diggers Preschool and Childcare in Lightning Ridge, to find out how they deal with the dust storms, what they do to keep children safe and how they foster a positive mindset.
Lack of rain is drying out plants and topsoil across huge areas of country Australia. When conditions are right, the dry red dust gets picked up by wind gusts and carried hundreds of kilometres across Australia and even out to sea.
Towns like Lightning Ridge and Broken Hill in NSW are being swept by these giant dust storms more than once a month, all year round. Up to 15 dust storms were recorded across 2019 in these areas.
"You can feel a dust storm coming," says Sarah. "The air feels heavy and thick – just like that pressure or tension when a storm is coming. You can see this dark cloud on the horizon – at first you hope that it will bring rain. When you realise it's dust you have to quickly pack up all the outside areas, get all the children inside and close all the doors and windows.
"The children are 'wired', some of them understand what's happening but many are confused. We put on the air conditioner and do indoor activities all day."
It's the cumulative effect of the long drought, severe water restrictions and the increase in the number and severity of dust storms that weighs people down, says Sarah.
Dealing with the aftermath can be demoralising.
"We spent hours sweeping the red dust from the windows, doors and outdoor furniture after the last dust storm," shares Sarah. "If you've left anything out on the washing line you just have to re-wash. Some people can't be bothered to clean away the layers of dust from their doors and window sills because it will just get covered with dust again when the next one comes."
While the dirt and residue left by dust storms can be annoying and disheartening, it's the growing health concerns that are most worrying. Doctors are reporting a rise in the number of adults and children with asthma. This rise has been apparent even among people who previously had no difficulty breathing. Signs of difficulty breathing include: chest tightness, wheezing, coughing or shortness of breath.
"One thing you're hit with is the reality that water is so precious," says Sarah. "We need to look after it because we rely on it so much. We've been doing activities to learn about how important water is for survival and the need to save water.
"For outdoor play in the mud kitchen we fill the water container that has measuring markings inside and the children are told that's the only water they will get all day. We've also done experiments to show how plants need water to live.
"We also find ways to focus on kindness, gratitude, being grateful for what we do have. We want to support the wellbeing of the children and educators so we can be there for each other through the challenges that people face."
How Dust Storms Form
For dust storms to form, the soil needs to be dry and exposed.
Then you need strong winds that can pick up the soil and carry it across long distances. Just how powerful the wind needs to be depends on the size of the dust particles, but the minimum speed is about 30 kilometres per hour.
The storms are more likely to form if there's an unstable atmosphere that can lift the dust into the air.
Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) forecaster Jonathan How told ABC News that a classic example of an unstable atmosphere occurs ahead of a trough or a cold front, where air is rising, or before thunderstorms.
And the dust is likely to stay in the air and travel if there are dry conditions
Mr How says if the atmosphere is moist, there's a greater chance of seeing the dust particles condense into clouds or rain — or the dust could join together and become too heavy to be carried by the wind.
Precautions to take during a dust storm
- Stay indoors as much as possible, particularly if you are at risk of health problems.
- Close the windows, doors and vents.
- If possible, stay in an air-conditioned room.
- If you have to go outside, wear a mask over your mouth and nose to prevent you from breathing in dust. A P2 or P3 mask, available from a hardware store should be effective.
- Avoid exercise, particularly if outdoors.
- Be aware of any children with asthma or other conditions and their action plan or treatment plan.
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The Ayensuano District Assembly in the Eastern Region yesterday presented sanitary items to the District Directorate of Health Services for distribution to clinics and market places to help prevent the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
The District Chief Executive (DCE), Ms Florence Govina, presented the items including "Veronica buckets" liquid soap and other receptacles to the District Director of Health Services, Mrs Esther Larbi Oku-Afari at Coaltar, the district capital.
Ms Govina said it was the assembly's contribution towards efforts at curbing the spread of the virus responsible for the spread of the COVID-19.
She expressed the hope that the health directorate would intensify efforts at prevention and control measures in the district.
Mrs Oku-Afari thanked the DCE for coming to the aid of the health directorate and assured that the items would be put to good use to prevent the people from getting infected.
Ghana has recorded 68 COVID-19 cases with three deaths linked to the disease.
Assemblies have been urged to promote good hygiene to check the spread of the disease by adhering to the health protocols from the Ghana Health Service including regular hand washing, use of alcohol-based hand sanitiSer as well as social distancing by avoiding large gatherings and congregations.
The virus is transmitted through droplets arising from coughing and sneezing from infected persons.

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Update : Should have left the Arithmetic out of this question, the new modified question is posted here : $\wedge,\cap$ and $\vee,\cup$ between Logic and Set Theory always interchangeable?
Although have not seen this anywhere stated, but so often mentally swapping the frameworks of Logic, Set Theory and Arithmetic following operation $\wedge,\cap,\times$ and $\vee,\cup,+$ are seem to be always interchangeable (Isomorphic?).
My question is are $\wedge,\cap,\times$ the same thing and just different symbols are being used depending on the framework? same question regarding $\vee,\cup,+$
PS: In arithmetic setting we get the case of $[0, \text{any number other than 0}] \equiv [false, true] $
For example De Morgan's laws for Sets and Logic just becomes the distributive and associate laws.
What about infinite cases? does this type of intuition break down between Arithmetic, Logic and Set theory?
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In Set Theory, $\cap$ and $\cup$ distribute over each other: $a\cap(b\cup c) = (a\cap b)\cup (a\cap c)$ and $a\cup(b\cap c) = (a\cup b)\cap (a\cup c)$. In arithmetic, $\times$ distributes over $+$, but $+$ does not distribute over $\times$; that is, $a\times(b+c) = (a\times b)+(a\times c)$, but in general, we do not have $a+(b\times c) = (a+ b)\times (a+ c)$. So even in this very basic setting, you have that $\cap$ and $\times$ have different properties relative to $\cup$ and $+$, respectively. – Arturo Magidin Feb 18 '12 at 23:11
_USER_ : That is the counter example I needed, can you please post it as an answer so I can accept it? Thank you – Arjang Feb 18 '12 at 23:23
But still $x \in A \cap B$ is the same as $(x\in A) \wedge (x \in B)$ and the same for infinite cases (but I have never seen an infinite conjunction contrary to infinite intersection). Similarly for $\cup, \vee$: $x \in \{y: \phi(y)\} \cup \{y: \psi(y)\}$ is the same as $\phi(x) \vee \psi(x)$. – savick01 Feb 18 '12 at 23:39
_USER_: Infinite conjunctions and disjunctions are sometimes seen, e.g., $\bigwedge\limits_{n\in\omega}(x\ne c_n)$. – Brian M. Scott Feb 18 '12 at 23:51
I've seen "$+$" used to denote the symmetric difference between sets, since that corresponds to mod-2 addition of indicator functions. So that's certainly not the same as "$\cup$". – Michael Hardy Feb 19 '12 at 0:05
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As requested; (I think the question is a bit confused and fuzzy as it stands, but...)
In set theory, $\cap$ and $\cup$ distribute over each other: $$a\cap(b\cup c) = (a\cap b)\cup (a\cap c)\qquad\text{and}\qquad a\cup(b\cap c) = (a\cup b)\cap (a\cup c).$$
However, in arithmetic (by which I understand the Peano arithmetic or its extensions to $\mathbb{Z}$, $\mathbb{Q}$, etc), while $\times$ distributes over $+$, $+$ does not distribute over $\times$. We always have $a\times(b+c) = (a\times b)+(a\times c)$, but almost never have $a+(b\times c) = (a+b)\times(a+c)$.
So $\cap$ and $\cup$ in set theory have properties, relative to one another, that are different from the properties of $\times$ and $+$ in arithmetic.
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Thank you Arturo, including arithmatic in this question was wrong, the similarity is extreeme in Logic and Set Theory – Arjang Feb 19 '12 at 0:29
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"+" isn't like "$\lor$". (x+x)=(2*x). On the other hand, in classical logic, (x $\lor$ x)=x. Specifically, (1+1)=2, while (1 $\lor$ 1)=1.
It comes as more useful to compare "∧,∩, min" and "∨,∪, max". Logical and set-theoretic operations behave more like the minimum of two numbers, and the maximum of two numbers than anything else (and max and min are dual operations if we have (1-x) as the complement of x).
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agreed, it was a mistake to include arithmatic the new question is posted here : math.stackexchange.com/questions/110760/… – Arjang Feb 19 '12 at 0:27
Not "more than anything else". They're just all lattice operations, and there are plenty of other examples. Also, $+$ is a bit like $\vee.$ There are differences, but there are similarities too. – user23211 Apr 3 '12 at 23:59
_USER_ A lattice L can get defined as a partially ordered set where for all x, for all y in L, sup{x, y} exists and inf{x, y} exists. Do you deny that max is closer to sup than anything else, and that min is closer to inf than anything else? – Doug Spoonwood May 23 '13 at 20:36
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Ok so I have two lists in C#
List attributes = new List();
List songs = new List();
one is of strings and and one is of a attribute object that i created..very simple
class Attribute
 public string size { get; set; }
 public string link { get; set; }
 public string name { get; set; }
 public Attribute(){}
 public Attribute(string s, string l, string n)
 size = s;
 link = l;
 name = n;
I now have to compare to see what songs are not in the attributes name so for example
songs.Add("yet another");
Attribute a = new Attribute("500", "_URL_", "something" );
I want a way to return "another" and "yet another" because they are not in the attributes list name
so for pseudocode
difference = songs - attributes.names
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var difference = songs.Except(attributes.Select(s=>s.name)).ToList();
Added ToList() to make it a list
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will difference be a list – Trace Mar 23 '12 at 14:12
no, is IEnumerable, but call ToList() – Adrian Iftode Mar 23 '12 at 14:13
An enumerable. Use ToList() if you need to. – DeeMac Mar 23 '12 at 14:13
Sorry Adrian, beat me to it. This is actually a really good answer, been wondering how to achieve this for a while myself. +1 – DeeMac Mar 23 '12 at 14:13
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var diff = songs.Except(attributes.Select(a => a.name)).ToList();
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This is the way to find all the songs which aren't included in attributes names:
var result = songs
 .Where(!attributes.Select(a => a.name).ToList().Contains(song));
The answer using Except is also perfect and probably more efficient.
EDIT: This sintax has one advantage if you're using it in LINQ to SQL: it translates into a NOT IN SQL predicate. Except is not translated to anything in SQL. So, in that context, all the records would be recovered from the database and excepted on the app side. Is much less efficiente.
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Why did you post this if the other answers that use Except are perfect and more efficient? – DeeMac Mar 23 '12 at 14:15
If you see it, I posted this before the other answers, and added the comment later, stating clearly that the other solutions are better. – JotaBe Mar 23 '12 at 14:17
"I posted this before the other answers." You didn't. – DeeMac Mar 23 '12 at 14:25
Plus, you're missing a right parenthesis. – DeeMac Mar 23 '12 at 14:34
Hey, the voting system is here so that people knows which is the best answer. That's why I've voted adrian's. However I think it won't hurt to see a different alternative. Mine have at least one advantage. See my edited answer. – JotaBe Mar 23 '12 at 15:24
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It's worth pointing out that the answers posted here will return a list of songs not present in attributes.names, but it won't give you a list of attributes.names not present in songs.
While this is what the OP wanted, the title may be a little misleading, especially if (like me) you came here looking for a way to check whether the contents of two lists differ. If this is what you want, you can use the following:-
var differences = new HashSet(songs);
differences.SymmetricExceptWith(attributes.Select(a => a.name));
if (differences.Any())
 // The lists differ.
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In Appreciation: Jeri Logemann
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Jerilyn (Jeri) Logemann, ASHA 1994 and 2000 president and a world-renowned researcher in speech-language pathology, died at age 72 on June 19, 2014, in her home surrounded by friends.
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After obtaining her bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees from Northwestern University, Logemann joined the faculty and became one of the most influential leaders in her field. A prolific scholar, she contributed groundbreaking books, journal articles, workshops, conference presentations and seminars on the management of voice disorders, normal swallowing physiology, and the assessment and treatment of speech and swallowing in patients with head and neck cancer and those with neurological impairments.
Logemann was the Ralph and Jean Sundin professor of communication sciences and disorders at Northwestern University, and professor of otolaryngology and neurology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, where she directed the Voice, Speech and Language Service and Swallowing Center.
A pioneer in the development of techniques for effective assessment and treatment of speech and swallowing disorders, she—with Hilda Fisher—developed the Fisher-Logemann Test of Articulation Competence, and she developed the modified barium swallow test. Regarded as the leading authority in swallowing disorders, her research was continuously funded by the National Institutes of Health and other agencies for more than 30 years. Always concerned with improving speech-language pathology clinical service, Logemann formed the Clinical Sciences and Disorders Clinical Trials Research Group in 1995 to assist in the design and conduct of large-scale treatment studies of speech, language, learning, voice, swallowing, hearing and balance disorders.
Logemann was a Fellow of ASHA and the Chicago Medical Society, and received ASHA Honors, the association's highest award. She served the university as chair of the department, and twice as chair of the Northwestern University Faculty.
Logemann's relentless passion and commitment to her work; skilled leadership; inventive, indomitable and optimistic spirit despite relentless physical challenges; and her loyalty and generosity will be sorely missed by her patients, students, friends and colleagues.
She is survived by her cousin, Ruth Fruland, of Sheridan, Ill.
Gifts in her memory can be made to the Communication Sciences and Disorders Clinical Trials Research Group:
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In Appreciation: Glenda J. Ochsner
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Glenda J. Ochsner, 2003 ASHA president, died May 29, 2014, at age 72.
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An Oklahoma native, Glenda earned her bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees at the University of Oklahoma. A speech-language pathologist, she started her long career in academics at the University of North Texas (Denton) in 1968.
Glenda returned to Oklahoma in 1969 to accept a position in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the John W. Keys Speech and Hearing Center at the University of Oklahoma Health Science Center, where she taught for the next 25 years and served asdepartment chair from 1987 to 1994. She then served as dean of health, social sciences and human behavior at Oklahoma City Community College (1994–1998). She began teaching in the Honors College in 1996 and the College of Liberal Studies in 2001 at the University of Oklahoma Norman Campus, and continued to serve both programs until her death.
Glenda received numerous teaching awards, including the prestigious David Ross Boyd Professorship, given to recognize teaching excellence at the University of Oklahoma. Her classes were widely sought by students on both the Norman and Health Sciences Center campuses.
Her teaching skills were not limited to the formal classroom. She served for more than a decade as coordinator of interdisciplinary diagnostic and treatment planning teams dealing with orofacial anomalies and language development on the Health Sciences Center campus, which have served as models for similar teams.
Despite demanding teaching and clinical service commitments, Glenda was active in research and in the training of student researchers. During her tenure at the university, she directed doctoral dissertations, numerous master's theses and senior papers, and served on many planning and examining committees. In addition, she has mentored doctoral students who have participated with her in ongoing research projects, many of which have been grant-supported.
A consummate professional, Glenda served on major committees and boards relating to training and provision of services to people with communication disorders at both the federal and state levels. She was a leader in the profession, serving as president of the Oklahoma Speech-Language-Hearing Association and as president of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association in 2003. Her dedication to high standards is shown in her service as chair of the Oklahoma Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
Glenda's ability to attract federal and private support for the department programs in communication sciences and disorders contributed materially to their rise in national standing, enabling the university to compete with other programs for high-quality students and provide access to emerging technology.
Throughout her long career, Glenda had a strong commitment to quality patient care. She gave her support to the first licensing law in speech-language pathology and audiology in Oklahoma. She was appointed to chair that board and was regarded as highly effective in her term. Glenda Ochsner's expertise and dedication is a testament to the high quality of leadership she gave to the profession.
Glenda also was a strong supporter of the arts, so much so that she earned a second master's degree in 2005 in theatre and museum management to become better equipped to serve her community. She expended much time and energy working with and providing financial backing to various fine arts and performing arts groups in Yukon, Okla.
Survivors include her mother, Mary Jane Ochsner; life partner, James G. Schmaelzle of Yukon, Okla.; adopted son, Ryan B. Tigner of Yukon, Okla.; cousins; and a host of colleagues and friends.
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Robot Turtles: A Fun Way to Target Social Communication and Coding Skills
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If you are looking for a fun way to target social communication skills, as well as beginning computer programming, Robot Turtles is a great new board game you can play with your students (with or without autism). Robot Turtles requires players to use simple commands to move their turtles to capture a jewel on the game board. When students give commands, they are replicating the process computer programmers use to give instructions for a computer to execute. Games, in general, provide opportunities for social communication; Robot Turtles in particular involves specific interactions between the game players that enable more opportunities for social communication. For students who show an interest in games and computers, playing Robot Turtles can be a highly engaging way to practice social communication. Check out this video.
During game play, it is easy to provide students with opportunities to practice five different social communication skills:
1) Perspective taking: As turtle masters, students take the perspective of their turtles on the game board in order to decide which way to move. If they were to take their own perspectives, players may not move in the intended direction; success in the game depends on the ability to make decisions based on a different perspective.
2) Turn taking: Students also actively take turns throughout the game. Not only do they have to wait for the other turtle masters to complete their turns, but students do not actually move their own game pieces. The adult overseeing the game, otherwise known as the turtle mover, is in charge of executing the moves on the game board based on student commands.
3) Eye contact and body language: Since turtle masters don't move their own pieces, they must clearly communicate their commands to the turtle mover. This offers a good opportunity to practice politely giving directions, as well as utilizing eye contact and body language to effectively communicate and acknowledge the turtle mover.
4) Following directions: In return, the turtle mover may communicate directions for the turtle masters to follow. The turtle mover also ensure players are aware of and adhere to the rules of the game.
5) Making comments: Throughout game play, students can be encouraged to make positive comments directed specifically to other turtle masters. For example, a student could say, "Nice move. I like how you did that!" when another player makes a good move in the game. In Robot Turtles, the goal is not to have one winner; all students keep playing until they achieve the goal for that specific level. Establishing a positive atmosphere where everyone is encouraged to be successful creates a great opportunity for modeling and practicing comments.
Robot Turtles can be played with children as young as four, all the way up to middle or high school. The game has several levels so it is easy to adapt game play based on student age and experience with the game. The upper levels of the game require sophisticated logic and analytical skills to complete the challenges, while the simple levels introduce children to basic logic. Either way, social communication skills can be targeted in various ways throughout the game.
Eric Sailers, MA, CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist with eight years of experience who currently works with high school students. He has an assistive technology certificate and a mobile programming certificate specializing in


WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2014
es•cape /ɪˈskeɪp/USA pronunciation v., -caped, -cap•ing,n., adj.
 1. [~ (+ from + object)] to slip or get away, as from confinement or jail:How did the mice escape from their cage?
 2. to avoid (capture, punishment, injury, or the like): [+ object]The town escaped the worst of the storm.[no object]managed to escape with only cuts and bruises.
 3. [no object] to issue from a confining enclosure, as a gas or liquid:Air escaped from the balloon.
 4. [+ object] to fail to remember or notice:His name escapes me at the moment.
 1. [countable] an act or instance of escaping.
 2. a way or means of escaping: [countable]We used the tunnel as an escape.[uncountable]The back door is your only means of escape.
 3. [countable] a way or means of avoiding reality:liked to read mystery stories as an escape.
adj. [before a noun]
 1. for or providing an escape:an escape hatch.
 2. being a key on a microcomputer keyboard, often used to return to a previous program screen:Hit the escape key.
 3. escape, elude, evade mean to keep free of something. To escape is to succeed in keeping away from danger, from being chased or observed, etc.:to escape punishment. To elude is to slip through an apparently tight net, thus avoiding, often by a narrow margin, whatever threatens; it implies using skill or cleverness to baffle or fool:The fox eluded the hounds by his clever twists and turns. To evade is to turn aside from or go out of reach of a person or thing, usually by using a trick to direct attention elsewhere:to evade the police.
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escape /ɪˈskeɪp/ vb
 1. to get away or break free from (confinements, captors, etc)
 2. to manage to avoid (imminent danger, punishment, evil, etc)
 3. (intransitive) usually followed by from: (of gases, liquids, etc) to issue gradually, as from a crack or fissure; seep; leak
 4. (transitive) to elude; be forgotten by: the actual figure escapes me
 5. (transitive) to be articulated inadvertently or involuntarily: a roar escaped his lips
 1. the act of escaping or state of having escaped
 2. avoidance of injury, harm, etc
 3. a means or way of escape
 4. (as modifier): an escape route
 5. a means of distraction or relief, esp from reality or boredom
 6. a gradual outflow; leakage; seepage
 7. Also called: escape valve, escape cock a valve that releases air, steam, etc, above a certain pressure; relief valve or safety valve
 8. a plant that was originally cultivated but is now growing wild
Etymology: 14th Century: from Old Northern French escaper, from Vulgar Latin excappāre (unattested) to escape (literally: to remove one's cloak, hence free oneself), from ex-1 + Late Latin cappa cloak
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This article explores the economic significance of marine resources in the south-western Baltic Sea during the transition to agriculture. Faunal remains are used in order to explain subsistence patterns, including preferred prey, exploitation of specific ecozones, hunting methods and techniques, butchering and dietary patterns. Seasonality can be linked to specific economic advantages that result from natural faunal abundances and not selective hunting. The importance of marine resources remains steady during the transition to agriculture, as shown by residue analysis on ceramic vessels from the same archaeological context as well as by faunal abundance.
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The Effects of Increasing Mycorrhiza Applications on Some Biological Properties of Baby Carrot (Daucus carota L.) Plant
The study was done to determine the effect of increasing mycorrhiza application on some biological properties of baby carrot plant. According to the pot experiment results, important increases in some biological properties of baby carrot plant were determined with increasing mycorrhiza applications. The tuber diameter were determined as 9.79 cm, 11.09 cm, 12.58 cm, 13.60 cm, 13.80 cm and 14.25 cm; height of leaf 12.98 cm, 15.11 cm, 15.00 cm, 16.07 cm, 17.79 cm and 16.81 cm; number of leaf 7.11 cm, 7.44 cm, 6.99 cm, 7.89 cm, 7.66 cm and 8.11 cm at I. dose: 0 ml /pot, II. dose: 120 ml / pot, III. dose: 150 ml / pot, IV. dose: 180 ml /pot, V. dose: 210 ml /pot and VI. dose: 240 ml/ pot, respectively. These root diameter and height of leaf increases were determined significant at the level of 5 %, statistically. The effect of mycorrhiza application on number of leaf was not found statistically significant.
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A Social Security card is a fundamental document for every American citizen, serving as a primary form of identification. In instances where a Social Security card is lost, stolen, or requires an update due to a name change or citizenship status alteration, obtaining a replacement becomes essential. If you reside in Utah and find yourself needing to replace or update your Social Security card, understanding the process is crucial. This comprehensive guide aims to provide step-by-step instructions and essential information on how to replace social security card in utah.
Importance of Replacing or Updating a Social Security Card
Your Social Security card is crucial for various purposes, including employment, tax filing, obtaining government benefits, and more. Replacing a lost card or updating information due to a name change or immigration status alteration ensures that your personal records are accurate and up-to-date.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Replace and Update a Social Security Card in Utah
1. Determine the Need for Replacement or Update
Evaluate whether you need to replace your card due to loss, theft, damage, or if you need an update due to a name change, citizenship status alteration, or other reasons.
2. Gather Required Documents
Collect the necessary documents to support your application for a replacement or updated Social Security card:
- Proof of Identity: Valid U.S. driver's license, state-issued ID, or U.S. passport.
- Proof of Citizenship: Birth certificate or U.S. passport.
- Proof of Age: Birth certificate or other acceptable documentation verifying your age.
- Proof of Legal Name Change: Marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order.
3. Complete the Application
Access the Social Security Administration's website to fill out the Application for a Social Security Card (Form SS-5) or obtain a physical copy of the form from a local Social Security office.
4. Visit the Nearest Social Security Office
Locate the nearest Social Security office in Utah and visit during office hours. Bring the completed application form and required documentation.
5. Submit Your Application
Present the completed application form and original or certified copies of required documents to the Social Security representative. They will review your application and documentation.
6. Receive Confirmation
Upon acceptance of your application, you'll receive a confirmation receipt from the Social Security Administration acknowledging your request for a replacement or updated card. The new card will be mailed to you.
7. Wait for the Replacement or Updated Card
The processing time for a replacement or updated Social Security card varies. Typically, you'll receive your new card via mail within 10-14 business days after the application is processed.
8. Safeguard Your New Card
Upon receiving your new or updated Social Security card, store it in a secure location. Avoid carrying it in your wallet regularly to minimize the risk of loss or theft.
Tips and Important Considerations
- Protect Your Social Security Number: Safeguard your Social Security number to prevent identity theft or fraud.
- Retain Copies of Documents: Keep copies of vital documents such as your birth certificate and passport for future reference.
- Prompt Reporting: Report a lost or stolen card immediately to the Social Security Administration to prevent potential misuse.
Replacing or updating a Social Security card in Utah is a process that demands accuracy and attention to detail. By following this step-by-step guide and ensuring you have the necessary documents, you can navigate the process smoothly. Remember, your Social Security card is a critical form of identification, so take necessary precautions to safeguard it and your Social Security number. Obtaining a replacement or updated card promptly ensures that you can continue to conduct essential transactions and maintain accurate personal records.


ip=1.2.3.4 value needed to be known.
This change allows an alternate set of values to be used:
ip=shared
ip=server
ip=assign
where you can specify any of those 3 values if you don't feel like doing an API call to get the list of IPs before creating the account.
If any of those 3 values are used for the ip variable (shared, sever or assign), DA will go hunting for an IP to use that matches that status (ip=assign will actually look for an IP of status=free)
This will save the need to do a pre-lookup for the IPs before creating a User.
If an IP of the desired type does not exist, DA will fallback to a shared IP, if it exists in the ip.list.
If not, it will fallback to the server IP, if it exists in the ip.list.
If the ip.list is competely empty, you'll get a creation error.
user_backup_success.sh new
Script to be called after the backup of each User only if the backup succeeded.
Any failures in the process will prevent this script from being called.
Same variables as for user_create_pre.sh and user_create_post.sh:
user_backup_pre.sh
Ability to specify https for webapps scripts (SKINS) new
Some older browsers ignored the difference between port 2222 and 443, which caused issues where the browser would assume the same cert/key were used, when they were not (a reload would be required), so in the past, we got around this browser issue by forcing the webapps scripts (squirrelmail, phpmyadmin, roundcube) to use only http://, hardcoded in the skins.
This change will add a new directadmin.conf variable (internal default)
webapps_ssl=0
where you can set it to 1 in the directadmin.conf, restart DA, and it will put https:// in front of those webapps links.
If it's found that this option can be set to 1 all the time, and 99% of browsers are not affected by the issue anymore, then we'll set this to 1 by default in a future release.
SKINS:
replace:
http
with:
|WEBAPPS_SSL|
for any location that has http:// pointing to a local webapps script.
This does not apply to the help button, (help.directadmin.com), so leave that one alone.
Links to phpMyAdmin are already set to use |HTTP| which is controlled by SSL=1|0 in the directadmin.conf, so we will leave that alone.
CMD_API_POP?domain=domain.com&action=full_list for full output new
New option for CMD_API_POP which basically dumps out the same thing that's in the E-Mail Accounts table (less the System Account)
domain=domain.com&action=full_list
Each virtual user entry will have the following variables:
sent: number of emails sent.
limit: limit that can be sent. Will not be present if user_can_set_email_limit=1 is not set: [Per-Email send limit (SKINS)](/changelog/version-1.42.0.html#per-email-send-limit-skins)
usage: current disk usage, in MB. Will not be present if count_pop_usage=1 is not set.
quota: current quota limit, in MB.
suspended: yes|no. This is based on the ! character in front of the password crypt in /etc/virtual/domain.com/passwd.
Ability to add multiple access_host values upon DB creation new
Related to the existing access_host feature for the conf/mysql.conf file:
option in mysql.conf for default access_host for remote mysql servers
this new option allows you to add more access_hosts to the mysql.conf file.
You can do this by adding new lines with a numbered name, eg:
access_host=1.2.3.4
access_host1=2.3.4.5
access_host2=3.4.5.6
you can add as many lines as you'd like.
where the following are required:
 - the host= value must be set to some value other than localhost. (usually the IP of a remote box), as per id=818 (can be host=127.0.0.1 if needed)
 - the first access_host= entry must already exist. If you don't have the first one, then the numbered values won't be loaded.
 - the number you use after the access_hostX= value doesn't matter.. it can be any number, any order, out of order, eg: access_host76345834=1.2.3.4 is allowed.
Any database created with these values set will have the listed access_hosts added to their database (eg, 1.2.3.4, 2.3.4.5, 3.4.5.6).
This also applies to the restores of the databases, even if the backed up tar.gz DBs do not not have any access_hosts listed in the backup.
mysql.conf to support "port" new
You can now put:
port=3306
in the file:
/usr/local/directadmin/conf/mysql.conf
to have DA use some other port for database connections.
Set new domain pointers as non-local for mail to match main domain fixed
Continuation of this fix:
new domain pointer to mail local mail settings
Where, a newly added pointer should not be local, if the domain it's on is not local.
The id=1086 would only remove the pointer from the domains file when the main domain was changed to be non-local.
Workaround until this fix is available is to go to:
User Level -> MX Records
and make the main domain local, then not local.
This will re-sync the values in the /etc/virtual/domains file for the pointers.
nginx check for secure_access_group fixed
When checking if the secure_access_group exists, also check to see if nginx is in that group.
If not, add it.
Wrong language for some internal text files fixed
The "internal" text files for language packs are loaded in with the class they belong to, at the time that class comes into existance.
For some classes, these language files are loaded in before the lang= setting from the user.conf is loaded, thus they're set to "en" when the user may be set to something else.
The affected language files are:
authentication.txt
user.txt
security_questions.txt
It will check to see if the user lang does not match the intenal lang, and will reload all lang files which are already loaded.
The fix will handle any lang files, if they were missed or get loaded ahead of the user.conf in any future DA cod changes.
Restore with add_userdb_quota option using Bytes instead of Meg fixed
Relating to this newly added feature:
add_userdb_quota for dovecot quotas
The backups always store bytes, as per the quota files:
/etc/virtual/domain.com/quota
this quota file is used during the restore to set the M value in the passwd file, if add_userdb_quota=1 is set.
The bug was the the value was not divided by (1024*1024), thus the value was much larger than intended.
Changed ftp_upload.php ncftpput to have longer timeout: "data transfer timed out" fixed
In the ftp_upload.php, it was previous set to use:
-t 25
I've changed this to be:
-t 120
as we were seeing a few backup errors, similar to this:
User user has been backed up. <5:00:10>
Remote write timed out after 98304 bytes had been sent.
Could not read reply from control connection -- timed out.
ncftpput /home/tmp/admin/user.admin.user.tar.gz: data transfer timed out.
<5:00:42>
I wasn't able to completely confirm that this was the cause, but the backup output of 5:00:10 vs 5:00:42 would imply that the timeout happened very shortly after the 25 second timeout was hit.. so for now, we can assume that the 25 seconds was the issue.
If this is true, then it may be an ncftpput bug, as if the timeout is proceeding, one would assume that the timeout should no longer apply..
Perhaps the transfer has stalled, and the timeout gets hit.. in which case it's not a bug, and increasing to 2 minutes should help out.
php-fpm not restarting with nginx fixed
Fixed the dataskq to issue a stop to php-fpm if either httpd or nginx are stopped, else php-fpm will be gracefully restarted for all other httpd/nginx cases.
httpd was already handled.. this fix simply invited nginx


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THE MUSIC CENTER OFFSTAGE
The Music Center Offstage is a virtual destination that takes you beyond the curtain and brings the beauty, magic and creativity of the arts into your home.
Making A Flip Book with Lynn Okimura
Enter the world of animation with Music Center Teaching Artist Lynn Okimura and join her and her cat Cosmo in making a flip book that brings a single dot or a simple character to life, jumping across the page. This lesson is ideal for grades 2-8.
Watch Lynn's First Video
Character Design Turnaround
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About Our Teaching Artist
Lynn Okimura is dedicated to sharing the artistic and creative process with students of all ages, abilities and backgrounds. As a teaching artist, she creates animation and visual arts workshops that make connections to social - emotional learning and to subjects across the curriculum, from language arts and social studies to K-12 STEAM curriculum.
Her career includes: Adjunct Professor and Instructor at the UCLA School of Film, Television and Digital Media, CalArts, and Woodbury University - where graduates are positioned to work at leading animation, visual effects and game studios. Her work includes animation, visual effects, design, puppetry, and mixed media projects for Disney, HBO, Motion Fiction, Secret Plan Studios, National Geographic, Sesame Street, and The Cooking and The Science channels.


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This paper investigates the use and extension of text retrieval and clustering techniques for event detection. The task is to automatically detect novel events from a temporally-ordered stream of news stories, either retrospectively or as the stories arrive. We applied hierarchical and non-hierarchical document clustering algorithms to a corpus of 15,836 stories, focusing on the exploitation of both content and temporal information. We found the resulting cluster hierarchies highly informative for retrospective detection of previously unidentified events, effectively supporting both query-free and query-driven retrieval. We also found that temporal distribution patterns of document clusters provide useful information for improvement in both retrospective detection and on-line detection of novel events. In an evaluation using manually labelled events to judge the system-detected events, we obtained a result of 82% in the Fl measure for retrospective detection, and a Fl value of 42% for on-line detection.
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From email from Reclamation (Elizabeth Jones):
Olympus Dam near Estes Park, Colorado impounds Lake Estes. The lake is the afterbay for Estes Powerplant, a hydroelectric powerplant that can produce up to 45 MW each hour. Colorado-Big Thompson Project water from the west slope fuels the Estes Powerplant. Project water discharged from Estes Powerplant is diverted from Lake Estes, routed to additional hydroelectric powerplants on the Front Range and is then stored in Carter Lake or Horsetooth Reservoir. Project water is rarely released from Olympus Dam into the Big Thompson River.
This is the season for snow-melt runoff into Lake Estes. In the past 10 days, natural inflow into Lake Estes has increased from a low of about 250 cubic feet per second (cfs) to a peak flow of about 1,020 cfs. Currently, natural inflow is decreasing (around 700 cfs); however, warmer or wetter days could result in natural inflow increasing again and the recent peak inflow could be surpassed.
Olympus Dam is not an authorized flood control structure. As such, the natural snow-melt or precipitation runoff that flows into Lake Estes is released from Olymus Dam into the Big Thompson River. Under normal operations, Olympus Dam does provide the benefit of shaving off the peak inflow. One way it does so can be explained using recent operations. During two days this week when peak inflow into Lake Estes was about 1,000 cfs, maximum release from the dam was 880 cfs. This is because outflows are generally the day's average. Outflow does not follow the within-day variation, which ranged from 714 cfs to 1,020 cfs within a 24-hour period. Releases from Olympus Dam in the near term will be driven by whatever Nature provides from the headwaters of the Big Thompson watershed.
As the snow-melt runoff season progresses, Reclamation will provide information to the public regarding expected flows released from Olympus Dam.


text: The objective of this NASA Phase I SBIR program is to leverage lightweight, durable materials developed by NanoSonic for use within extra vehicular activity (EVA) space boots to provide the following benefits: weight reduction, increased durability/longevity and thermal protection/comfort. NanoSonic will collaborate with ILC Dover, the manufacturer of the EVA space boot, to develop next-generation designs employing the adaptive thermal control materials described herein. Next-generation designs will increase the comfort and productivity while reducing fatigue and injury risks provided to crew members. Further, these next-generation EVA boot materials shall also provide enhanced instep support and enable better boot sizing as indexing. To address the comfort and thermal concerns within the EVA boot, NanoSonic will work with ILC Dover, the world's leader in EVA spacesuits, who was recently awarded the contract by NASA to develop the Z-2 advanced spacesuit. In addition to providing enhancements for foot indexing and thermal comfort, NanoSonic will work with ILC to ensure that the solutions developed herein provide weight savings and increased durability such that the EVA prototype boots developed in the Phase II effort will afford crew members increased comfort and productivity while reducing fatigue and injury risk. The proposed program would start at TRL 5 and end at TRL 8 after a Phase II effort.


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Investigating Motivations and Expectations of Asking a Question in Social Q&A
Social Q&A (SQA) has rapidly grown in popularity, impacting people's information seeking behaviors. Although previous research has examined how people seek and share information within SQA, fundamental questions of user motivations and expectations for information seeking remain. This paper applies the theoretical framework of uses and gratification theory to investigate the motivations for SQA use, and adapts relevance criteria from library and information science (LIS) literature to investigate expectations with regard to evaluation of content within SQA site Yahoo! Answers. A total of 75 Yahoo! Answers users participated in a survey that asked them about reasons, methods, and expectations relating to asking questions within the SQA site. Findings indicate the importance of motivations and expectations in fulfilling both cognitive and socio–affective needs based upon the type of task performed. These findings provide encouraging evidence that understanding the interrelationship between the motivations behind and expectations of asking a question can inform a more holistic framework to assess information.
Published in First Monday, Volume 19, Issue 3, Spring 2014.
© First Monday 2014, University of Illinois at Chicago Library
Choi, E., Kitzie, V., & Shah, C. (2014). Investigating motivations and expectations of asking a question in social Q and A. First Monday, 19(3).


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There is a higher concentration, about 80% sugar at the bottom while there is nearly pure water near the top the index of refraction for 80% sugar solution is known to be about 15, while water is 133 the index of refraction (n) is a number with no units. There is no general relationship between the conductivity / concentration curves for inorganic salts of different kinds the addition of mineral acids, and even organic acids, like acetic acid, also raises the conductivity of water, as does the addition of finely divided solids. In this science fair project, you will learn how to measure the concentration of sugar dissolved in a liquid by using a laser pointer, a hollow prism, and some physics measuring sugar content of a liquid with a laser pointer if dissolving sugar in water creates a solution with a higher density than water alone, can you tell which. Lab 2 spectrophotometric measurement of glucose objectives 1 learn how to use a spectrophotometer see that there is a linear relationship between concentration and absorbance thus a standard first you will make several dilutions of a glucose standard solution that has an initial concentration of 500 mg/dl of glucose see fig 2-3. Department of physical sciences cameron university •understand the relationship between sugar concentration and density •construct a simple hydrometer •calibrate a device and use it to make measurements •use excel to evaluate linear calibration data the density of the solution increases.
Learn the vocabulary concentration is a ratio comparing the amount of one substance to the amount of the entire mixture for instance, if you plan to mix sugar and vinegar together for an experiment, you'll need to calculate the concentration of sugar in the mixture. Relationship between the density of a solution and the concentration of solute a calibration curve can be used to determine the concentration of solute in an unknown solution whose density has been measured. Most common application is measuring the concentration of sugar dissolved in water, such as in fruit juices examples of smaller, hand-held refractometers: dissolved sugar changes the refractive index of water substantially since sugar is the primary ingredient in relationship between salt solution and sugar concentration (brix) and.
In this experiment you are going to measure the refractive index to determine the concentration of sugar or brix, correct for temperature and compare it to the results of a density measurement and a viscosity measurement. It's not hard to measure the density of your salt solution you can compare the drainage time of it to that of water the ratio of the drain times, corrected for the different densities, will give you the viscosity ratio. Chm 144 lab practical 1 study play experiment 1 estimating finding the relationship between two experimental variables by graphical methods to determine the value of an unknown -allows us to estimate the values at certain points on a curve/line, etc -using the calibration curve of standard sugar solutions, interpolate the % sugar.
The dependence of refractive index on the concentration and temperature in six kinds of aqueous solutions was investigated the six solutions were three electrolyte solutions (nacl, kcl, and cacl 2), a polar solution (glucose solution), a nonpolar solution (ethyl acetate solution), and a protein solution (bovine serum albumin solution)it was found that dn/dc decreased with temperature and dn. Determining the concentration of a limewater solution essay - determining the concentration of a limewater solution introduction previous to conducting my experiment, research was carried out and the results of it adapted to aid me in solving the problem set. Density and refractometry brix - sugar determination by density and refractometry introduction there is a direct relationship between density and brix the measured density can be converted directly coefficient is concentration dependent if measuring brix or hfcs concentration. Density solution concentration calibration curves background the purpose of this experiment is to determine the percent sugar content in beverages the density of five sugar "reference" solutions will be measured in part a the reference beverage density lab. Relationship between mass and volume of the substance if the density of a particular substance is given in grams per milliliter, it indicates the number of grams present in 1 milliliter of that substance.
Study of concentration dependence of refractive index of sugar and salt the method we used in the experiment to measure the refractive index of sugar solution and lowered concentration, by 3 in sugar solution and by 2 in salt solution, again measured. Repeat steps 4-7 for 10 ml of sugar with water added to make 50 ml solution (about 40 ml) and again using 15 ml of sugar and water to make 50 ml (about 35 ml of water) make a graph showing the density of solution versus the amount of sugar. There wasn't a linear relationship between the amount of sugar dissolved and the refractive index as i thought there would be, and instead the laser's angle through the water moved back and forth with more and more sugar dissolved. Density of sugar factory products you can do online calculations of sugar solution density by entering the data required below select the parameter to be used as the graph's x-axis by clicking the appropriate radio button sugar solution temperature [°c] brix [%] purity [%.
To determine density of "standard" sugar solutions: 1place a 100 ml beaker on a balance and tare the balance 2measure exactly 1000 ml of the 0% sugar solution in a graduated cylinder. If a beverage has a higher concentration of sugar, it will have a great density than that beverage of a lower concentration of sugar (0% sugar solution) the density of water is usually quoted as 10 g/ml, but the precise value is for 4oc comment on why your measured density might be higher or lower than 100 g/ml this lab looks at. This experiment was carried out to explore the relationship between the absorbance and concentration concentration of standard cuso 4 solution (m) volume of 050 m cuso 4 stock solution (ml) volume of di experimenter in charge of measuring the cuso 4 solution read the pipettes incorrectly and that this was.
Fructose = sigma f0127, mw 180 glucose = sigma g8270, mw 180 sucrose = jt baker 4097-06, mw 342 note that sucrose is a disaccharide with almost 2x the mw of fructose and glucose thus 1 m fructose = 180 g/l, while 1 m sucrose = 342 g/l. Yes it's a standard way of measuring concentration of sugar/salt in water, especially in beer and wine making i think you normally work against calibration curves of given concentrations, it's probably possible in theory to calculate what the refractive index is for a given concentration from first principles but i don't know of an eqution. - finding the relationship between turgidity of potato cells and the concentration of the surrounding medium planning aim: to find the relationship between turgidity of potato cells and the concentration of the surrounding medium 60ml of standard sugar solution (one molar) wash bottles collect all the apparatus that is needed for. In chemistry, specific rotation ([α]) is a property of a chiral chemical compound: 244 it is defined as the change in orientation of monochromatic plane-polarized light, per unit distance–concentration product, as the light passes through a sample of a compound in solution: 2–65 compounds which rotate the plane of polarization of a beam of plane polarized light clockwise are said to be.


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Choose littermates of the same sex to reduce the chance of chinchillas fighting. Only put them together if have grown up together – and make sure they are of the same sex – male with male, female with female.
Avoid unwanted litters. Keep male and female chinchillas apart well before eight months old, as this is when they become sexually mature. Unless neutered, they will breed and usually produce a litter of two babies. It can be difficult to find homes for their young.
Choose littermates of the same sex to reduce the chance of ferrets fighting. Only put them together if have grown up together – and make sure they are of the same sex – male with male, female with female.
Avoid unwanted litters. Keep unneutered male and female ferrets apart as they will breed. It can be hard to find homes for their young.
Avoid unwanted litters. Keep males and females apart as they can breed from about 10 weeks of age. Each litter can produce three to six babies, which can be hard to find a home for.
Choose littermates of the same sex to reduce the chance of guinea pigs fighting. Only put them together if have grown up together – and make sure they are of the same sex – male with male, female with female.
Avoid unwanted litters. Keep male and female guinea pigs apart unless they are neutered. Males can father babies at around nine weeks of age – and females as young as three weeks old. They will breed litters, usually of one to six babies, which can be hard to find homes for.
Keep rabbits and guinea pigs apart. Rabbits can bully and injure guinea pigs. They need their own kind for company.
Avoid unwanted litters. Keep male and female mice apart from before six weeks old. After that they become sexually mature, they will breed and produce an average litter of 5 to 12 babies, which can be difficult to find homes for.
If they do live alone, let them interact with you and other people they trust every day.
How to put rats together
- It's best to put littermates together who have grown up together – males with males, females with females – as they are less likely to fight.
- Females are less likely to fight each other than males living together.
- Keep males and females apart to avoid unwanted litters.
- To put two males together, it may be better to make one of them a baby male, as the older one will be more likely to accept them.
How to introduce unrelated rats
- Always introduce unrelated rats on neutral territory, as rats can be very territorial.
- Initially let them meet for a small amount of time. Gradually extend the time, until they show signs of getting along. Give them a couple of weeks to learn to get along: after that, they usually become the best of friends. They can then move into a cage together that neither have lived in for a week or so – or the smell of the other rat will be there and rats will become territorial.
- Keep a close eye on them and if there is bullying behaviour or fighting, it's best to keep them apart. You need to remain calm too: rats are very good at picking up signs of stress.
Avoid unwanted litters. Keep male and female rats apart from five weeks old. They become sexually mature between six to eight weeks old and can produce litters of between 8 to 18 babies.
How do I know if my rats are being aggressively fighting or just play-fighting?
Look for the signs below. Rats often play with each other, even as adults. Some owners confuse harmless play fighting with true aggression – and make them live alone unnecessarily. Squeaking doesn't always mean a rat is harmed: they do this with both play fighting and aggressive fighting.
Signs of aggressive fighting:
- One of the rats' fur stands on end during the fighting
- Injuries are caused
- One rat attempts to bite the other's bottom or sides
- One of the rats – the weaker one – hides a lot, or creeps nervously around the cage
Signs of play fighting:
- Both rats take turns in chasing and pinning the other rat
- The "bites" – which don't cause injury – are aimed at the back of the neck
Separate rats who frequently fight each other aggressively, to avoid stress and injury.
Syrian hamsters must be housed alone or they will fight if kept together. Dwarf hamsters will often live happily in pairs.


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Latha Mabrin was a Bajoran male who lived during the mid-24th century.
During the Occupation of Bajor he was a member of the Shakaar resistance cell at that time under the command of Shakaar Edon. He was a very violent man, acting as both a smuggler and an arms dealer, but after the occupation ended in 2369 he found the Prophets and became a Vedek.
He was murdered by Silaran Prin in 2373 via a small hunter probe while leading a ritual in preparation of the Days of Atonement at the Calash Monastery. (DS9: "The Darkness and the Light")
Latha was played by actor Matt Roe.
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The Dakehl (Carrier) peoples are from the Central Interior of British Columbia. The term 'Carrier' comes from a Sekani (Northern Interior, Finlay and Parsnip River drainages) name for the Dakelh people that has to do with the mourning processes of the Dakelh women in which they carried their deceased husbands ashes. The Sekani people were the first to come into contact with European explorers and so the name 'Carrier' became established with foreign European parties. Dakelh is the term used by the Carrier people to refer to both their language (of the Athabaskan family) and their people. Their traditional territory includes "the area along the Fraser River from north of Prince George to south of Quesnel, the Nechako Valley, the areas around Stuart Lake, Trembleur Lake, and Fraser Lake, and the region along the West Road and Blackwater Rivers, west to the Coast Range, including the Kluskus Lakes, Ootsa Lake and Cheslatta Lake. Prince George, Vanderhoof, Fort Saint James, Fraser Lake and Quesnel are all in Dakehl territory."1
Dakelh or Carrier artists in the University of Victoria's Art Collections include Lawrence J Rosso and Walter Joseph Jr.

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Drivers of red cars are more likely to find themselves cleaning off bird poop than those who drive a different color car, according to research reported in the Daily Mail.
Commissioned by the car accessory company Halfords, scientists looked at 1,140 vehicles in British cities like Brighton, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester and Bristol.
They found that red cars were most often found covered in bird droppings - 18 percent - while green cars were the least likely – 1 percent.
The scientists say there isn't a concrete reason why red cars are the most-dropped on, but it might be because birds see the red as something representing danger.
· Red - 18 %
· Blue - 14 %
· Black - 11 %
· White - 7 %
· Grey/Silver - %
· Green - 1 %
The study also looked at how quick drivers were to clean the droppings off.
Only 17 percent said they wiped the poo off as soon as they saw it. Twenty percent said they cleaned it within a couple of days, while 55 percent said they waited until it was time for their next regular car wash.
Eight percent said they never wash their cars.


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The Cure for Achy Joints
Just because your pet has arthritis doesn't mean they are necessarily incapable of exercising. Staying active actually helps many arthritic pets that suffer from achy bones and joints. It is, however, vital you follow these five exercise tips before you begin an exercise routine with your pet.
1. Consult Your Veterinarian First
A veterinarian will be better able to assist you in combining of exercise, diet, and medications or therapies which are targeted for your pet's individual needs. A veterinarian can also help monitor your pet's progress and identify any serious changes in health.
2. Go Low-impact
Light activities such as walking and swimming help strengthen muscles, keep ligaments and tendons flexible, prevent obesity and circulate blood to stiff joints. Keep them short but regular — 15-30 minutes of activities five days a week is a great start. Swimming is especially great for dogs with arthritis because the water supports much of the bodyweight and inhibits sudden excessive movements. Cats with arthritis, meanwhile, may not be as keen to get in the water but can participate in short sessions of gentle play. Just remember to avoid activities in which your dog or cat has to leap, jump, turn quickly or run. They can cause damage to your pet's joints.
3. Warm Up
A minute or two of walking or gentle playing before initiating low-impact exercise activities will help pets with arthritis move easier. It also helps reduce sprains, cramps, and muscle injuries as well as gradually increases their heart rate. If your pet is reluctant to start moving because of aching joints, try a little incentive like a small healthy treat or positive affection (petting, hugging, etc.). A positive exercise experience is a happy one.
4. Cool Down
Cool down periods are just as important as warming up for exercise. As your pet completes the exercise routine, they may be all wound up — jumping, running, or rough-housing. This is not good and can in fact be harmful. Try to calm them down and gradually reduce their heart rate to an optimal resting place. Cooling down also reduces stiffness and soreness by assisting the removal of lactic acids in the body. Massaging during "cool downs" improves the stiffness and muscle pain associated with arthritis too.
5. Watch for Signs of Exertion
Be sure to watch for heavy panting, pain or other signs of overexertion. If they do occur stop the activity immediately and consult a veterinarian. Pushing forward with the exercising can cause injury, especially if your pet isn't accustomed to a lot of activity.
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5 Simple Steps to Trace Cell Precedents in Google Sheets Using Apps Scripts
Lee-on Pedahzur
Aug 3, 2020 · 5 min read
Ever had a long formula with references to other sheets that was too confusing to follow?
I recently started a new job where I needed to ramp up quickly on a formula heavy model in Google Sheets. In the past, I relied on a custom Excel Add-On I built that helped me easily navigate through cell precedents and dependents using keyboard shortcuts.
Unfortunately, Google Sheet doesn't have the same built-in tracing functionality like Excel which served as the foundation for my custom-built VBA scripts.
Luckily, Google Sheet is powered by Google Apps Script and with a bit of regular expression magic, one can build a Sidebar that can help list out all the cells that a formula of another cell is referencing.
Before we dive-in, hat tip to Oscar over at Get Digital Help for the regular expression; it saved me a good chunk of time. I simply made slight adjustments for it to fit Google Sheets and Google Apps Script, which if you're not familiar with, you can get quickly get up to speed with here.
Step 1: A function to extract all cell references
The first step is to build-out the main function that will extract all the cell references within the formula of the active (selected) cell which you're looking to explore.
The getFormula() function, when called on the getCurrentCell() function of the SpreadsheetApp, returns a string of the active cell's formula (e.g., =SUM(A1:A2)).
var formula = SpreadsheetApp.getCurrentCell().getFormula();
Then we need to use a regular expression with a match() function to get an array of all the cell references. Match() returns an array with substrings of the formula string that match the pattern of the regular expression. In this case, it's the structure of cell references in Google Sheets (e.g., SHEET NAME!A1 or A1:D5).
var regex = /('?[a-zA-Z0-9_\s]{1,99}'?!?)?(\$?[A-Z]{1,3}\$?[1-9]{1,7}(:\$?[A-Z]{1,3}\$?[1-9]{1,7})?|\$?[1-9]{1,7}\:\$?[1-9]{1,7}|\$?[A-Z]{1,3}\:\$?[A-Z]{1,3})/g;
var cell_references = formula.match(regex);
The logic of the expression is thoroughly detailed in Oscar's post, so I'll spare you from repeating it here.
Then we need to add the current sheet's name to any cell references that are within the current sheet because we will need it later when we navigate between cell references. E.g., make C1 into THIS SHEET!C1.
if (cell_references) {
cell_references = add_current_sheet(cell_references);
return cell_references;
We use an if condition to determine if the previous step (the match() function) has indeed returned an array of cell references. If the regular expression was matched on the formula string, an array would be returned and thus the variable cell_references would have a truthy value. If there were no cell references in the active cell, then cell_references would be null and thus falsy.
We will build the add_current_sheet function in the next step.
Once the alteration of the cell references is done, the function will return an array. Here's the full-function:
function get_cell_reference() {
var formula = SpreadsheetApp.getCurrentCell().getFormula();
var cell_references = formula.match(regex);
if (cell_references) {
cell_references = add_current_sheet(cell_references);
return cell_references;
You'll need to run this function first to set up permissions for the script to access the Google Sheet document. If you're not familiar with what this means, I recommend you check out the section of my previous post that walks you through it.
Step 2: Add the current sheet name
A straight forward function that determines if we need to add the name of the current sheet:
function add_current_sheet(references){
for (var i =0;i

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The mark up is what makes this a templated HTML file rather than a simple HTML file and will thus need to be evaluated when we call it so the portions will be executed before the HTML document is displayed on the Sidebar.
As the templated HTML is evaluated, it runs the function from Step 1 to store all the cell references from the cell currently highlighted into the data variable. Then it loops the data array to list the cell references one by one in as list items in an unordered list. At the same time, it also populates the onclick() call to the navigation function (Step 3) with the corresponding cell reference. If there are no cell references, then a big "No formula" message will be displayed in the Sidebar.
Step 5: Create a Macro to open the Sidebar
In order to have a keyboard shortcut that opens the Sidebar, we need to create a dummy macro and replace its code with the code to open a Sidebar and serve the evaluated templated HTML.
I like the Ctrl+Alt+Shift+0 shortcut, but any will work, of course.
We'll replace the code in new macro function created with:
function open_sidebar() {
The showSidebar() function of getUi() does the heavy lifting and takes in an HTML file which we'll evaluate using the HtmlService's createTemplateFromFile() function where Sidebar is the name of the HTML file from Step 4.
That's it! Now, whenever you Ctrl+Alt+Shift+0 a Sidebar will open up, and if there is a formula with cell references they will show up listed.
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Using Morris Pratt String Searching In Byte Arrays
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A short discussion of string searching in raw data.
Introduction
This is a tip about how I use Morris Pratt string searching algorithm in byte arrays to get the same efficient result. I'm assuming that you've understood the basic concept of this algorithm so it won't be repeated in this topic. Also, you should already know extension methods before you get started with this topic.
Background
In 2013, I built an extension method of Morris Pratt searching algorithm to search specific string in text file. But later, I had an idea and tried to apply it on every enumerable-related type if each element in it is equatable. So I expanded my method and then get the same efficient result if I search it in byte array, which means I can directly search string in raw text file and don't have to use ASCII or Unicode to decode it at first. The program became more efficient in text searching.
Using the Code
It's easy to use these extensions. First of all, let's take a look of their prototypes:
public static int MorrisPrattSearchFirst<T>(this T[] t, T[] p)
 where T : IEquatable<T> { }
public static int MorrisPrattSearchFirst<T>(this T[] t, T[] p, int startIndex)
 where T : IEquatable<T> { }
where t is the parent array and p is the specified array for searching. The second method allows users to search p in t starting at non-zero index. Constraint on type parameter T makes sure that each element in both arrays is equatable. Returned value represents the index of first matched result (-1 if not found). Both of them are defined under the CollectionAssistant.IEnumerableExtentions class.
Here's a complete example of using them. First, we search key word "Ishmael" in character arrays from the text file MobyDick.txt. And next search it in ASCII-encoded byte arrays. Then compare the efficiency.
using System;
using System.Diagnostics;
using System.IO;
using System.Text;
namespace CollectionAssistant.Demo
{
 class Program
 {
 static void Main(string[] args)
 {
 // This is a example which demonstrates the differences
 // between searching text in characters and in raw byte-array.
 string keyWord = "Ishmael";
 // Searching key word in character array.
 char[] originalCharArray = File.ReadAllText("MobyDick.txt").ToCharArray();
 char[] keyWordCharArray = keyWord.ToCharArray();
 int index = -1;
 int pos = 0;
 Console.WriteLine("Start searching key word in character array.");
 Stopwatch watch = Stopwatch.StartNew();
 do
 {
 // Using the extension method.
 index = originalCharArray.MorrisPrattSearchFirst(keyWordCharArray, pos);
 if (index >= 0)
 {
 Console.WriteLine("Key word \"{0}\" found. Index: {1}", keyWord, index);
 pos += (index + keyWordCharArray.Length);
 }
 } while (index >= 0 && pos < originalCharArray.Length);

 watch.Stop();
 Console.WriteLine("Elapsed ticks: {0}", watch.ElapsedTicks);
 Console.ReadKey(true);
 pos = 0;

 Console.WriteLine("Start searching key word in byte array.");
 // Searching key word in byte array.
 byte[] originalByteArray = File.ReadAllBytes("MobyDick.txt");
 byte[] keyWordByteArray = Encoding.Default.GetBytes(keyWord);
 watch.Restart();
 do
 {
 // Using the extension method.
 index = originalByteArray.MorrisPrattSearchFirst(keyWordByteArray, pos);
 if (index >= 0)
 {
 Console.WriteLine("Key word \"{0}\" found. Index: {1}", keyWord, index);
 pos += (index + keyWordByteArray.Length);
 }
 } while (index >= 0 && pos < originalByteArray.Length);
 watch.Stop();
 Console.WriteLine("Elapsed ticks: {0}", watch.ElapsedTicks);
 Console.ReadKey(true);
 }
 }
}
The result shows that both of them performed almost same efficiently: about 3000 ~ 8000 ticks in this case.
Test result.
Conclusion
Searching text in character arrays and in byte arrays are both efficient while using Morris Pratt algorithm. But sometimes, it's better in byte arrays especially for some situations such as text file or multipart/form-data - which means parent byte array possibly contains both text and non-text data and can't be decoded into character array or string.
You can obtain the complete source code from here.
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Going to the cinema counts as a 'light workout' - according to scientists
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Going to the cinema has been a beloved pastime for many of us, and with the Oscars right around the corner, there are loads of must see films that are required viewing.
Now it seems you don't have to feel guilty about choosing a movie night over the gym, since a new study has found that going to the cinema has more health benefits than you might realise.
How can watching a film count as exercise?
In a study carried out by University College London (UCL) in partnership with Vue Cinemas, researchers found that going to the cinema can have hidden health benefits.
The study looked at 51 people who watched the 2019 live action remake of the Disney film Aladdin and used sensors to track their heart rates and skin reactions. The team then also tracked the same information with a group of people who spent the same amount of time reading.
It found that the cinema goers spent around 45 minutes in a "healthy heart zone" with their heart beating between 40 per cent and 80 per cent of its maximum rate.
The researchers behind the study stated that this has the same effect that light cardiovascular exercise would have on the body.
Other benefits of cinema trips
The study also found that going to the cinema has other benefits as well on our brain function, social connections, productivity and creativity.
Dr Joseph Devlin, Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at UCL, said, "Cultural experiences like going to the cinema provide opportunities for our brain to devote our undivided attention for sustained periods of time. At the cinema specifically, there is nothing else to do except immerse yourself.
"On top of this, our ability to sustain focus and attention plays a critical role in building our mental resilience, because problem-solving typically requires a concentrated effort to overcome obstacles."
Dr Devlin explained that, in essence, "our ability to work through problems without distraction makes us better able to solve problems and makes us more productive" and that in a time where many people find it difficult to remove themselves from their digital devices, "this level of sustained focus is good for us".


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LPTi was awarded the 2018 ASM Canada Council John Convey Innovation Award for Development and Demonstration of Material Physics Based Digital Twin and a Predictive Maintenance System for Gas Turbines (XactLIFE).
LPTi has developed world's first predictive maintenance system for gas turbine components that considers the physics of damage accumulation arising due to creep, fatigue, thermal-mechanical fatigue and environmental loads as a function of actual engine usage at the microstructural level in each component to precisely predict their fracture critical locations and remaining useful life. The novel damage and fracture modeling approach of combining deformation kinetics and deformation mechanism theories is used to quantitatively consider the effects of material microstructure on damage accumulation rates and damage progression as a function of actual engine usage. Furthermore, materials engineering rules have also been developed and implemented to take into account the effects of the sequence of cyclic and steady state loads on damage accumulation rates and its progression. This damage modeling approach further considers the variability in the microstructure to perform probabilistic computations to predict the reliability of parts upfront rather than waiting for failure data from the field to accumulate to make such predictions. This software platform thus allows engine users and MROs to cost effectively maintain the engine fleets, optimize parts usage and provide operational readiness in the field. This technology has been qualified and implemented in the field with several aero engine and land based turbine users.
LPTi is an SME located in Ottawa Canada, offers customized predictive maintenance products and services to gas turbine life cycle managers and MROs. The patented XactLIFE framework enables engine usage based quantitative assessment of damage evolution in each critical engine part and provides additional intelligence to OEMs maintenance recommendations. Component design changes can also be assessed.


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It is pertinent to note that there is essentially no difference between prostitution and sex work. This would be expatiated upon in the course of this paper. Sex Work in Nigeria is illegal in all Northern States that practice the Islamic Penal Code. In the Southern part of Nigeria, the activities of pimps, underage prostitution and the ownership of brothels are penalized under Sections 223 to 225 of the Nigerian Criminal Code. This Article examines the history and prevalence of Sex Work in Nigeria, its causes, its effects, both positive and negative. It further seeks to examine the disposition of several jurisdictions towards Sex Work and Constitutional provisions protecting sex workers with regards to their freedom of choice, freedom from discrimination, among others. In entirety, this paper attempts an appraisal of the need to decriminalize and subsequently regulate sex work in Nigeria and not criminalize or victimize sex workers.
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Shadare Oluwasemilore Enoch is a 500-level law student the University of Lagos He has a special interest in ADR, and he is an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC), Nigeria.


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No, it costs double to move through a threatened square
This was clarified on the 3.5 FAQ, which the community has mixed opinions about (as seen on this other question):
For example, imagine Ember begins her turn 10 feet from an orc and wants to use Tumble to move through its space and end up 15 feet away on the opposite side.
Her first square of movement wouldn't provoke attacks of opportunity (since she's not leaving a threatened square), so she doesn't use Tumble or move at half speed.
Her second and third squares of movement take her through the orc's space, so these effectively cost twice normal (that is, they each cost 1 extra square of movement), and this movement requires a DC 25 Tumble check. (If you're using this system, it's much easier to think of tumbling as costing extra squares of movement rather than actually changing your speed.) Ember has now paid a total of 5 squares of movement (out of the 8 allotted to her for her speed of 40 feet).
Assuming that check succeeds, Ember now moves from a threatened square (adjacent to the orc), which requires a DC 15 Tumble check and costs twice normal (or 1 extra square of movement). She's now paid a total of 7 squares of movement.
Finally, Ember moves one last square, ending up 15 feet from the orc on the opposite side from where she began. She's not leaving a threatened square, so she doesn't use Tumble or pay any extra movement. Ember has paid for 8 squares (40 feet) of movement, and has covered a linear distance of 5 squares (25 feet).