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SOME IMPORTANT TERMS –
- Assessment year [sec 2 (9)]
Income earned in a year is taxable in the next year. The year in which income is earned is known as previous year and the next year in which income is taxable is known as assessment year.
Thus, an assessment year is a financial year immediately following the relevant previous year. It always starts on 1st April and ends on next 31st March.
- Previous year [sec 3]
The year in which income is earned is known as previous year. According to sec-3, previous year is the financial year immediately preceding the relevant assessment year.
- Uniform previous year
With effect from assessment year 1989-90 on wards all assesses are required to follow financial year as previous year.
- Previous year in case of newly started business.
In such a case, the first the first previous year starts from the date setting up of business or profession and from the date on which new source of income comes into existence. It will end on immediately following 31st march. So, the 1st previous year may not be a financial year. It may be a period, less than 12 months. Second and subsequent previous years are always financial years.
Income earned in a year is always chargeable to tax in next year. Is it true? Is there any exceptions? Following are the exceptions in which income is taxable in same year which it is earned. These exceptions are given to safeguard collection of income tax:
- Income of NRI from shipping business.
- Income of a person leaving India permanently or for long time
- Association of persons or body formed for short period time.
- Income of person likely to transfer property to avoid tax.
- Discontinued business
- Person : [sec 2 (3) ]
It includes following categories of person
- An Individual – natural person
- Hindu Undivided Family (HUF) – it means family consisting of all male persons lineally descended from a common ancestor and includes their wives and unmarried daughters. HUF is treated as a separate legal entity and income of HUF is taxable in the hands of HUF and not in the hands of members of HUF.
- Indian company – company registered under the COMPANY ACT 1956 or 2013 in INDIA.
- Foreign company – company registered under law of foreign country.
- Firm – sec 4 of Partnership act 1932 – partnership is a relation between two or persons who have agreed to share the profit of the business carried on by both or any one of them acting for all.
- Association of persons or body of individuals – Association of persons is a group of persons joining together out of their own will and work for some common purpose. Example: Baroda Cricket Association, ABC cooperative society, Lions club, etc. Body of individuals means group of individuals coming together not voluntarily but due to some compulsion or legal requirement. Example: executor of property.
- Local authority – an authority which is entitled to and entrusted by government for the control and management of local funds. Example: Ahmadabad Municipal Corporation, any given gram Panchayat, etc.
- Every other artificial person – any other artificial person having legal identity, which are not covered in any of the above categories will fall under this category. Example: Gujarat university, ICAI, etc.
Above categories of persons are chargeable to tax.
- ASSESSEE [SEC 2 (7)]
It means any person by whom any tax or any other sum of money (interest or penalty) is payable under income tax act. The term also includes followings:
- Every person against whom any proceeding under the act has been taken either.
- For assessment of his income or loss or amount of refund, due to him
- For assessment of income or loss or amount of refund due to any other person in respect of whom he is assessable.
- Every person who is deemed to be an Assessee under the provisions of income tax act. Example: legal representative of deceased assessee.
- Every person who is deemed to be an Assessee in default under any provision of income tax act. Example: if a person fails to submit his return of income the he will be treated as assessee as default.
Every assessee is person but every person may not be an assessee.
- INCOME [SEC 2 (24)]
This definition is inclusive of the followings:
- Profits and gains.
- Voluntary contribution of trust.
- Any perquisite or benefit of employee.
- Any perquisite to a director.
- Any perquisite of representative person.
- City compensatory allowance or dearness allowance.
- Any special allowance.
- Capital gain.
- Banking income of co-operative society.
- Winning a lottery, a card game, or any other game.
- Any sum received under insurance policy.
- Amount received exceeding RS. 50,000 by way of gift.
- BASIC PRINCIPLES OF INCOME
- Different forms of income – it may be received in cash or in kind.
- Receipts v/s accrual – income arises either on receipts basis or on accrual basis.
- Illegal income – income tax act doesn't distinguish between illegal and legal income. Illegal income is also taxable.
- Disputed title – even if title of the asset is under dispute then also income received is taxable in the hands of the recipient.
- Reimbursement of expenses is not treated as income.
- Lump sum receipt – income whether received in installment of in lump sum amount is taxable.
- Income includes loss – profit represents (+) income and loss represents (-) income.
- Same income cannot be taxed twice.
- Source of income need not exist in assessment year.
- PIN money – if wife receives money from husband for meeting her personal and household expenses and if small savings is done by wife then it is known as PIN money and it is not treated as income of wife.


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Dense clubmoss is a perennial evergreen, non-flowering herb that forms dense mats that rarely exceed 1-in. in height. Stems are compactly branched, leafy and lie along the soil surface. Leaves are simple and awn-tipped, are 1/10 of an inch. long and arranged in dense spirals along the stem.
Its roots are extremely fine, minutely branched and extend 1-2 in. into the soil. Despite their fineness, the extensive branching of dense clubmoss roots makes up as much as 85% of the plant's dry matter.

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Pecos Watershed Conservation Initiative
The Pecos Watershed Conservation Initiative supports conservation projects in the Pecos River Watershed, which extends from eastern New Mexico into West Texas, and comprises a large portion of the energy-rich Permian Basin. The initiative identifies strategic conservation opportunities and works to enhance and restore the natural resources and wildlife habitat in the region.
The Pecos River winds more than 900 miles from its headwaters in the ponderosa pine forests of northern New Mexico through the Chihuahuan Desert grasslands of southeastern New Mexico and West Texas. The river supports some of the most biodiverse arid and semiarid ecosystems in the world. These ecosystems play host to a large number of fish and other aquatic species found nowhere else.
The habitats dependent on the Pecos River and its tributaries maintain a precarious existence as development, invasive species and unintended consequences of land management choices fragment the landscape, allow for encroachment by invasive species and strain scarce water resources.
Native grasslands that historically covered a vast amount of the region have dwindled to just a fraction of their former extent and productivity. This puts pressure not only on the hardy wildlife that inhabit those areas, such as pronghorn and migratory birds, but also on working ranches that need high-quality forage.
The Pecos Watershed Conservation Initiative will:
- Strengthen the health of existing habitats along the Pecos River and its tributaries in eastern New Mexico and West Texas
- Protect some of the last remaining populations of native fish and other aquatic species found only in the Chihuahuan Desert
- Improve the management and function of native grasslands
- Address water quality and scarcity concerns for wildlife and agricultural uses
- Identify opportunities to expand species to areas of their range where they have been lost, or bolster small remnant populations


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The truth is the coffee goes cold because of heat loss. You're drinking your coffee and it tastes fine. Why the heck does it go cold so fast?
Well, truth be told, there's a few reasons why your morning joe is getting cold so quickly. The first reason is that heat transfer is taking place from the coffee to the air around you. Secondly, if you've been adding milk or cream to your coffee, this will also help regulate the temperature of the coffee due to the chemical reaction between milk and air. Milk has a much lower boiling point than water.
In general, the more concentrated the mixture (i.e. ratio), the faster it will mix.
What Are The Causes Of Coffee Cooling Faster?
Many people have been wondering, "Why does my coffee get cold so fast?" There are a few different causes of the coffee cooling faster – the most common being that coffee cools 3-5 degrees Fahrenheit per hour. Another contributor is caffeine, which causes a decrease in body temperature, causing a feeling of fatigue and eventually sleepiness. Drinking too much caffeine can also lead to an increased sense of thirst.
The article will explore why coffee gets cold so fast.
Condensation: Why Does Your Coffee Cup Feel Wet?
In order to enjoy a cup of coffee, you have to drink it quickly before the beverage gets too cold. Why does this happen? You might be surprised to hear that it's because your body is 98.6 degrees! Coffee is served around 90-135 degrees, so as soon as you hold a hot drink in your hands, it starts to cool off.
A cup of coffee is a popular drink for many people. However, one of the biggest complaints about coffee is how quickly it can get cold. Condensation has been found to be one of the main reasons why your coffee gets cold so fast. The article will go on to talk about condensation and why it causes coffee to lose heat so quickly.
I still don't understand what the benefit is of "steeping" coffee, I guess one could say that the longer you let your beans steep the more bitterness they get but then at least all my coffee has some real flavour in it.
If you're looking for a good overview of how heat works in the rest of the world, I recommend reading this great post by Andrew Linnenbrink entitled "Why does water boil at 100°C? Heat transfer basics."
Why not just drink that instead?
Read More: 7+ Delicious Coffee Recipes
Heat Loss: Some Heat Can Be Lost Through Conduction, Convection, And Radiation.
Do you have cold hands, but hot coffee? If so, fear not! This article will explore how heat can be lost through conduction, convection, and radiation. So how does this happen?
Well, the temperature of your coffee drops because it is in contact with a surface that is colder than it. Furthermore, when liquids are put into glass containers they are more likely to lose heat through convection.
How Does Heat Leak Out Of Your Coffee?
The inside of a coffee mug can reach a temperature of 130 degrees Fahrenheit, but if you're not careful the heat will quickly escape and cause your coffee to get cold. The following are some tips on how to keep your coffee warm:
Use A Vacuum Coffee Pot Or Thermos To Keep The Heat In.
Brewing coffee can be a very rewarding process, but it can also be a frustrating endeavor. For one thing, you have to monitor the drink from start to finish so that it doesn't over-brew or over-extract.
And if you want the coffee to stay hot in the pot, you'll need a vacuum coffee pot or thermos. The problem is that these containers tend to leak heat too quickly and often don't keep the coffee warm enough.
Cover The Coffee Cup With A Cloth Or Towel To Trap The Steam From The Hot Drink.
Have you ever wondered why your coffee always seems to cool down so fast?
The answer is actually in the steam. When we let our drinks cool off with just air blowing around, we're not doing them any favors. The air lets the liquid evaporate and disrupts the surface which causes it to cool.
This is because when liquid evaporates, the particles of liquid scatter in all different directions and some of them escape into space.
Add Sugar To Help Absorb More Heat From The Coffee.
Coffee is a staple beverage for many people. One of the most common complaints about coffee is that it gets cold too quickly. Cold coffee can be unpleasant to drink, especially in the morning when you are trying to get your day started.
There are many reasons why this happens, but one major reason is that cold water extracts more flavor from coffee beans than hot water does.
Insulating Materials: Can Insulation Materials Be Used To Keep The Coffee Hot?
There are many different ways to keep your coffee hot, but insulated materials are the best way to do it. There are many different types of insulation materials that can help keep your coffee warm for hours.
These materials can be found in many industries, and they are used most often in construction, transportation, and manufacturing.
Insulating materials can be very easy to find with so many brands out there on the market today.
Convection: When Warm Air Rises, Cool Air Rushes In To Replace It.
This is a question that many people have asked. In fact, this article might be one of the most important articles you will read this year.
In order to answer the question, it's important to understand Convection. Convection is a process where heat travels from a surface and into the air around it causing rising currents of warmer air and descending currents of cooler air.
Radiation: The Sun's Energy Causes Your Coffee To Lose Their Warmth.
As the sun's energy hits your coffee, it converts the liquid to gas. This is called gasification. The warm liquid causes pressure to build up inside of the cup, but when it then turns into gas, that pressure is released and all the warmth escapes out of your drink at once.
This means that while you might have just finished making your coffee, it's already started to lose its warmth because of the sun's energy.
So Remember When You're Heating Up That Next Cup Of Joe, Hold On Tight!
The coffee you just poured into that cup may not be as hot as you think. While it's true that it's important to drink coffee quickly to avoid getting a non-melting ice cube, there are other factors that need to be accounted for.
Coffee is often cooled down by the surroundings where it's stored.
Other Related Articles:
1. Best Coffee Shops In San Diego, California (CA) State

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Diver Breathing Gas Re-heater for Closed Circuit Underwater Breathing Apparatus
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The objective of this proposal is to develop a robust, lightweight and compact device for re-heating and maintaining the temperature of a divers inspired breathing gas when diving on a closed circuit underwater breathing apparatus for the duration of the dive. As a solution, Simuleer proposes to develop the Hybrid Energy Abiotic Thermoelectric (HEAT) system based on a high-power hybrid (i.e. passive and active) power system in order to meet the high power (~35-200 Watts) needs of this application scenario. The HEAT innovations enable a compact (for maximum maneuverability), powerful (to achieve peak power needs of 200 Watts), long-lasting (to provide heating for a >8 hour long dive), system without any breathing obstruction (for maximum comfort).In Phase I Simuleer will perform a feasibility study to determine potential solutions that meet the required specifications, and document the results.Based on results of the feasibility study, analysis and simulations of the system components will be performed to ensure that operational characteristics are in line with specification requirements.In Phase II, Simuleer will develop, install, and demonstrate a prototype HEAT system based on the Phase I feasibility study of a diver breathing gas re-heater for a closed circuit underwater breathing apparatus.
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Einstein Mass Energy Calculator
Einstein's mass energy states the amount of energy possessed by an object is equal to the mass multiplied by the square of the speed of light (c = about 3×108 m/s). The equation E = mc2 states that energy and mass are interchangeable among each other. Use our online Einstein mass energy calculator to calculate between energy, mass or speed of light based on the other two values.
Calculate Energy, Mass, Speed of Light in a Vacuum.
In other words, the equation states that any object that possessing mass has an equivalent amount of energy and vice versa. Use the Einstein mass energy formula given above to calculate the mass, energy and speed.


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The mercury in the northern part of Thailand will drop 2-3 degrees Celsius in the next 24 hours whereas Bangkok will experience cool weather and strong wind, the Meteorological Department forecast on Sunday.
As such, people in northern and northeastern provinces are warned to take good care of their physical health due to the changing weather.
As for the southern region, the Weatherman said that there would be rain storms in some parts of the region while the Gulf of Thailand will experience strong wind and choppy sea with waves as high as 2-3 metres. Small boats are told to remain ashore for their safety.
The minimum temperature in the North ranges from 15-20 degrees Celsius and maximum temperature varies from 25-31 degrees Celsius in the next 24 hours. On mountain tops, the mercury is forecast to drop to 3-9 degrees Celsius with frost in some places. Easterly wind speed ranges from 10-25 kph.
The cold weather stems from strong high pressure front from China which is now blanketing the northern part of the country, said the Weatherman.
Source: Thai Public Broadcasting Service (Thai PBS)


How Can I Become An Apprentice?
There are 6 basic steps you must complete to get into the apprenticeship program.
 1. Attend an Informational Session: Informational Sessions are held each month from September through January. Wages, school hours, school location, dues, benefits, types of work performed, and cost to the apprentice will be discussed along with answering any questions that may arise.NOTE: Please see the calendar or review the upcoming events list for Informational Session dates. Informational Session dates will be posted at the end of August 2016.
 2. Complete the checklist of required documents needed to apply: this checklist is handed out at the end of the Informational Session.
 3. Once your checklist is completed you may call the JATC office for an appointment to fill out an application.
 4. You are now qualified to take our aptitude test. You will be scheduled to take the test late winter/early spring.
 5. If you score a 4 or better on the 1-9 scale on the aptitude test you will qualify for an oral interview: you will be scheduled to interview early in the spring.
 6. You will be ranked on the average of the 8 scores from the interview panel and possibly accepted into the program.
Some of the basic requirements for becoming an apprentice are:
1. Minimum age 18
2. High School Education or GED
3. One Year of High School Algebra
4. Qualifying Score on an Aptitude Test
5. Drug Free
6. Drivers License
7. Resume
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To illustrate, if you have an application with a base URL of _URL_, the crawler will visit any linked pages that include example.com as the base domain, including _URL_ and docs.example.com. With this parameter enabled, mabl would only crawl pages that begin with _URL_. We could further restrict the pages that mabl visits by including sub-pages in the URL for the plan. Thus, if the plan was set to test _URL_ and this parameter was set to true, mabl would only visit linked pages that begin with _URL_
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Restricting the crawler to a specific URL prefix
 1. Open the plan that includes the "Visit all linked pages within the app..." test.
 2. Examine the page for the "Edit" button.
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 2. Next to the "Visit all linked pages..." test, click "Configure data-driven variables"
 1. Click Add Parameter and (if applicable) choose "mabl parameter" as the Parameter Type
 1. Choose "use strict URL prefix" as the Parameter Name
 2. Choose "true" as the Parameter Value
 3. Click Done and save the Plan
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The History of the Ukulele
Hawaii is a true melting pot of many ethnicities. They range from those with Hawaiian ancestry, from Asian backgrounds as well as those from Europe, including Portugal. During the late 19th century, men and women immigrated from the Portuguese islands of Madeira and Azores to the Hawaiian Islands. This migration lasted from 1878 to 1913, bringing many of the Portuguese influences evident in Hawaii today. Some of these items have become iconic aspects of Hawaiian culture, whether it is in food, customs or music. One of icons is the ukulele. Here is an overview of the history of the ukulele.
History of the Ukulele in Hawaii
The history of the ukulele in Hawaii is a colorful one. Most people associate the ukulele with Hawaii's island-culture, without knowing the instrument's true origin. According to one version of the history, the ukulele made its first appearance in Hawaii in 1879. This occurred with a new immigrant from Madeira, named Joao Fernandes. His arrival in Hawaii made him so happy that he began playing a braguinha as soon as he was off the boat. The braguinha was a precursor to the ukulele. His joyful playing and the way his fingers danced up and down the strings astounded onlookers. As a result, they began to refer to the instrument as the "jumping flea." The word ukulele itself comes from the Hawaiian words uku, meaning gift or reward, and lele, meaning to come.
Types of Ukuleles
The beautifully crafted instruments are in the guitar family. Although they are usually strung with four nylon strings instead of customary six steel strings on a regular guitar. Ukulele makers typically make the instrument from the native Hawaiian koa tree, mango, mahogany, cedar, redwood or spruce.
There are four main kinds of ukuleles, ranging from smallest to largest. The soprano is the most common. The concert is popular for live performances. Musicians typically play the tenor in acoustic or recording sessions. While others play the baritone where deeper tones are needed. Most ukuleles have 4 strings, although there can be as many as 10 or 12 on some variations of the instrument.
The Popularity of the Ukulele
King David Kalakaua popularized the instrument in the late 19th century by learning to play it himself. He also did this by encouraging the playing of ukuleles during hula dances and royal ceremonies. Because of its popularity, three men from Madeira named Augusto Dias, Jose de Santos, and Manuel Nunes, opened up a ukulele shop in Honolulu. Their beautiful ukuleles would sell for about $5 apiece. As Hawaii was becoming a hub of travel and trade, stores soon began selling ukuleles on the mainland US and elsewhere.
Although ukuleles have fluctuated in popularity, you can still hear them in jazz music, romantic songs and even film soundtracks. Ukulele performers from Hawaii have found a new and appreciative international audience. Hawaii-born Jake Shimabukuro is probably the most famous guitar virtuoso in the world today. He has been featured in many worldwide concerts as well as on the national media. While they are now manufactured worldwide, the origin and sound of ukuleles are still associated with Hawaii.
The Ukulele Today
The history of the ukulele in Hawaii and its legacy continue to flourish. Today, you can hear ukuleles in Hawaiian hula dances, at Hawaiian weddings or at the beach. During every July on Oahu, music lovers celebrate these iconic instruments at the annual Ukulele Festival. The festival offers hours of open-air ukulele concerts, authentic Hawaiian food booths, ukulele displays, lessons and even free instrument giveaways. Tourists and Hawaii residents unite to celebrate a mutual love of music and Hawaiian culture.
One of the most notable moments of the events occurs when nearly 800 young students play in a stunning ukulele orchestra. Families planning a trip to Hawaii should consider going to Oahu in July during this festival. This is because this is an unforgettable way for children to expand their knowledge of these beautiful instruments. One of the most beautiful aspects of Hawaiian culture is the music. So for many, there is no sound more soothing than the melodious strumming of a ukulele.


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Fiberglass Hull Repair
This article applies to all fiberglass hull repair, including work on Sunfish and Laser Sailboats.
If you carefully follow the directions put forth in this article, you can have the nicest hull in your fleet. First, you must acquire the proper attitude about taking care of your boat. If you still pull your boat up on a dock without first checking for nails, screws and gravel, donít even bother reading this article. Your Sunfish only has about enough gelcoat for two hull rescue jobs.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT:
 1. Place to work for about 12 hours that can be washed down with water
 2. Gelcoat to match your hull and catalyst
 3. Acetone
 4. Nuffing compound (Dupont 101, Acme 50, 3M Super Heavy Duty, or a similar grit)
 5. Sharp knife
 6. Cardboard cut in a bout 10'' x 10'' squares
 7. Stir sticks (Popsicle sticks)
 8. Bucket and water
 9. 12 chunks of terry cloth (cut up old bath towels into 8 chunks each)
 10. Wet-sand paper in 320, 400, 500, 600, 800, 1000, and 1500 grits. If your scratches are particularly large or numerous you may also want 180 and 240 grit papers. For whichever grit you use first you will need about 5 sheets. For the other grits you will need about 1 sheet each.
 11. Gel Gloss or TR 500
 12. Maguire's Deep Crystal paste wax
 13. Squeegee ( I use a Thalco laminators squeegee but a good window squeegee will do the job)
 14. Pencil
 15. Cleansers (Comet or Ajax)
 16. Sanding blocks (I use a 9î block from an automotive paint supplier)
DIRECTIONS:
The boat needs to be supported upside down at a height where you can stand over it for many hours. You donít want to damage the boat or your back.
 1. Read all of these directions before you do anything to your boat. If you donít understand the directions, or if you have any trouble making the various steps come out correctly, take your boat to a professional.
 2. Wash the boat with a good cleanser and then clean it again with acetone.
 3. Every scratch that you can feel will need to be filled. Use a sharp knife and lightly re-gouge the scratches. Your scraping should create dust, not chunks. You must have a freshly roughened surface so your repairs can adhere to the grooves.
 4. Blow away the dust and wash the boat again with acetone. Make sure that you have removed every last particle . If your repairs are made over a dirty surface the repairs will stick to the dirt but not to your boat.
 5. Test the gelcoat to make sure it doesnít set up too fast or too slowly by mixing a small amount on your cardboard. Dribble a half dollar size disk of gelcoat off a stir stick. Then dribble a pea sized amount of catalyst into the center of the gelcoat and mix it as well as you can. Scrape, wipe, smear and swirl that puddle of material until you are sure that it is mixed. Play with the stuff for 15 minutes to make sure that it isnít becoming hard too fast--if it sets up too fast you wonít have time to apply it to the boat. Catalyzed gel coat can get really hot. Set the cardboard down somewhere where it canít start a fire if it ignites. Go away for an hour. When you get back the surface of the puddle should be sticky but the material underneath should have hardened. To see if it is hard, fold the cardboard. The puddle should break. If your test batch matches this description, you have learned how to mix gelcoat. If the gelcoat didnít cure, start with a new batch and either add more catalyst or find a warmer place to do your work.
 6. Once you have learned to mix the gelcoat, mix a fresh batch. Using your stir stick or an artists brush, paint each of the scratches. Just try to fill the gouges level with the boat surface. This may take a couple of passes between which you need to go away for a soda or a beer depending on your age and preference. Do not wait more than a couple of hours, period.
 7. After you are convinced that all the scratches are filled, put on one more coat. This last coat can be mixed with a little extra catalyst to hurry along the process. Gelcoat does not fully cure when it is exposed to moisture in the air, so this last coat is to help cure the sticky part of the previous layer. This is a good place to stop for the night to allow the gelcoat to harden.
 8. Fold one of your terry cloth pieces and soak it with acetone. (Itís nice if your terry cloth is a contrasting color to the hull.) Wipe off the part of your gelcoat that will soak easily free. Keep wiping until the towel shows no more color coming off. If you have lots of scratches this may take a couple of towels. You will also need a fresh towel to wash the sticky stuff off your hands.
 9. It is time to use sandpaper. Sandpaper can follow the contour or the surface and remove the softest part, or it can ride gently over the surface, trimming off only the high spots. YOU MUST FOLLOW THESE RULES:
 Use Sharp Sandpaper!
 Do Not Press Down Hard!
 10. It is time to sand off the extra gelcoat. Use sharp sandpaper. Do not press down hard. Ideally, you will use the finest grit that your patience will allow and a wood block. You will sand away the excess gelcoat without ever touching the adjacent pristine surface of your boat. I usually accomplish this task with as tiny a wood block as I can hold and a lot of brand new sandpaper. The sandpaper should not touch anything other than your repair until the excess is almost totally removed. Be patient. Use sharp paper. Do not press down hard. I recommend 320 or 240 for this step. Stop often and look at how you are doing. Remember that you do not want to sand anything except the stuff sticking out above the scratch. Occasionally you should use your squeegee to dry the work area. Stop. Look and feel how you are doing.
 Let me digress a moment here. What I just described can be more easily accomplished using dry sandpaper. I use the white or gold type of paper. However, if you choose to sand dry you will be creating a lot of dust and adequate protection is necessary. You will need a protective mask and the work area will be coated by your dust. The advantage of dry sanding is that you can wipe away the dust and see exactly where you have sanded.
 11. When all the repairs are flat and level with the hull surface it is time to begin working on the whole hull. Do not begin sanding the whole hull until you have finished sanding all the individual scratches. You need the shiny surface of the hull as a reference until the heavy sanding is finished so that you donít make the surface wavy.
 Now itís time to get all the ripples off the entire hull. As long as you can smell styrene inside your boat the plastic is shrinking, becoming more crystalline and just plain getting uglier. You want to remove all the tiny ripples that your boat has developed as the plastic has continued to cure since it left the production mold. Remember that you are not attempting nor are you allowed to change the shape of your boat. This is a cosmetic repair, not a speed enhancement.
 I usually start the whole hull job with 320 paper. Using a soft rubber block, I sand at 45 degrees to the centerline until the entire hull is a consistent, dull finish with all of the sanding scratches parallel. The reason to keep all of the scratches parallel is so that when you switch to another grade of sandpaper, you can sand in a different direction and know when you have removed all of the scratches from the previous grade.
 Itís graffiti time. Use a pencil to make marks all over your hull. When Eric Faust does this part he creates cartoons and other nonsense, but lazy guys like me just scribble. The object is to make enough pencil marks so that it is easy to tell where you have and have not already sanded. Turn your sanding to the other 45 degree angle and shift up to your next finer grade of paper. Sand away all the pencil marks and then inspect your work. All the sanding scratches should run in the new direction. In areas where the old scratches still show, pencil and sand again.
 Repeat the penciling and sanding with 400, 500, 600, 800, 1000, 1200 and 1500 grit papers. You can skip grits or stop at a heavier grit but your boat will not be as shiny if you donít use the whole series. To make the bottom of your hull heavenly, you have to sand it thoroughly.
 12. Now, smear buffing compound all over the hull and with one of your clean pieces of terry cloth, rub it until you are sick of rubbing. Rubbing compounds work a lot like sink cleansers--the more you stroke the surface the better the final appearance.
 13. Using water and a clean rag, rinse off the remaining compound.
 14. Apply Gel Gloss according to the directions on the can. If you are not paranoid about the possible loss of boat speed you may also want to wax your boat. When you go to a really important event in fresh water, you may wish to remove the wax with a strong detergent. I think that a hull coated with Gel Gloss is


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Nekton Bio 750 gr stimulates the growth of the plumage
Nekton Bio 750 g Stimulator of the growth of the plumage activating the metabolism, for optimal renewal
Nekton Bio for the growth of the plumage. Especially indicated for the moult, or to correct problems of plumage, Nekton Bio is a prepared special that stimulates the growth of feathers, prevents the pecking of own feathers caused by nutritional deficiencies and ensures the formation of a plumage full and balanced.
Manage during the period of the annual molt. It should be used in the case of seedlings accidental, loss of plumage caused by the bird or the birth of feathers deformed.
The process of growth of the plumage is very complex. However, it is very important that each bird has a plumage intact.
The plumage does not only provide a beautiful gown to its owner and allows him to recognize the members of its own species, but rather allows it to blend in with their surroundings and hide as well from their enemies. Malnutrition carries many consequences. Often the feathers sick or the loss of feathers is due to the lack of important vitamins and amino acids, that the one and the other exert a considerable influence on the growth and development of the feathers. The silent French of the parakeets, a clear example of a lack of protein in the chyle of the crop of the parents.
Trace elements, vitamins and amino acids are also necessary in cases of disturbances in the growth of feathers such as loss of feathers or the birth of feathers deformed. If a bird peck its feathers can be due to psychological reasons, which often are solved with a major change of the environment. However, again convieneenqiquecer the diet with vitamins, amino acids and minerals.
NEKTON BIO is a prepared special that stimulates the growth of the feathers. Should always be used in cases of abnormalities of plumage or of injury due to lack of food. After the research, we have obtained a preparation that contains protein, vitamins A and E, biotin and a high percentage of amino acids (lysine, arginine, and methionine).
All these substances have a capital importance in the growth of the feathers. In addition to these substances Nekton Bio contains 13 important vitamins, 6 trace elements, calcium and other essential elements required for the well-being and the health of your bird.
Mode of use: as a powder soluble in cold water, Nekton-Bio can be added to the water of the fountain or the soft food without any inconvenience whatsoever. So your bird to benefit from essential vitamins:
- Never exceed the daily dose.
- Must be used on a daily basis.
- Must be added to the water or the food. The spoon included in the container has room for 1 g of Nekton Bio. Add 1 teaspoon rasera per 250 ml. of water.
If you have only one or two birds, practice a small hole in the aluminium cap and drop a small amount on the water of the fountain or on the food. A small amount is very effective. For Nekton Bio to take effect it must be administered over a long period of time, which depends on the species of bird in question.
In the case of serious injury to the feathers, we advise to double or triple the dose of Nekton-Bio until they start to appear feathers new.
- Nekton-Bio should not be used during incubation as this can be interrupted because of an unbridled instinct of mating by the male.
- After using Nekton-bio successfully it would be advisable to continue with another prepared as Nekton S, to help prevent the occurrence of injuries or diseases due to deficiencies related to food.
- Keep in a cool, dry and dark. In a see unopened and stored under appropriate conditions, vitamins contained in Nekton Bio do not lose their properties until the expiry date.
- As this supplement contains more vitamins D and trace elements that the I think full, only should be added to the 10% of the ration daily to the ave.
- As with all products rich in protein, special attention must be paid to hygiene when Nekton-Bio is added to the water in the drinking fountain. The solution should be changed daily, but prior to the drinking fountain or water dispenser must be cleaned and disinfected thoroughly.
Analysis: Vitamin A, vitamin D3, vitamin E (DL-alpha-tocopherol acetate), thiamine hydrochloride (Vit. B1), riboflabina (Vit. B2), D-calcium pantothenate, nicotinamide, pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vit. B6), folic acid, vitamin B12, ascorbic acid (Vit. C), sodium bisulfate of menadione (Vit. K3), biotin, iron (ferrous sulfate), zinc (zinc sulfate), manganese (manganese sulphate), copper (copper sulfate), iodine (iodate calcium), cobalt (cobalt sulphate), Moisture Content: - 13 Vitamins. - 6 Trace elements. - 18 Amino acids. complementosparaaves.com
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Columbia County Health Officials Report 'Significant Increase' Of COVID
(Columbia County) Public health officials in Columbia County say the coronavirus activity level has seen a significant increase. In a press release, Health Officer Susan Lorenz says Columbia County had a total of 47 positive cases at the beginning of June. As of Thursday, the county has seen 63 new positive cases since June. That accounts for 57-percent of the 110 total cases experienced since March. Thirty-four (34) people are being actively monitored by local health officials.
Younger people comprise the largest group of new cases with those in their 20s making up the largest single age grouping of positive cases at 22-percent. People in their 30s are in the second largest group of new cases at 20-percent. Lorenz says the majority of the cases are being transmitted from unknown sources, meaning they are not close contacts of a household member or a known case investigation, they are acquired in the general community.
When someone tests positive for coronavirus, the county health department interviews them to ask about places they have been and who may have had close contact with them. Columbia County health officials are in contact with them daily to monitor their symptoms and ensure they are following isolation instructions.
Health officials also monitor people who may have come in contact with someone who tests positive for coronavirus, through a method called contact monitoring or contact tracing. The standard contact investigation for any communicable disease includes letting them know they may have been exposed, giving them information about symptoms to watch for, and making sure they quarantine themselves if they meet certain criteria.
Lorenz says the best protection against COVID-19 is to continue to maintaining a six-foot social distance, wearing face coverings when you cannot maintain that distance, avoiding large gatherings, washing hands and disinfecting surfaces regularly, and staying home when you are sick.


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This is a little piece of code I always have to go look for in my computer for converting geographic coordinates to kilometers. It takes a vector of longitudes (Long) and latitudes (Lat) and returns a projection of those points (x.km and y.km) around their mean in kilometers.
 x0 <- mean(range(Long))
 y0 <- mean(range(Lat))
 rx <- 6371 * acos(sin(y0*pi/180)^2 + cos(y0*pi/180)^2 * cos((x0+.5)*pi/180 - (x0-.5)*pi/180))
 ry <- 6371 * acos(sin((y0-.5)*pi/180) * sin((y0+.5)*pi/180) + cos((y0-.5)*pi/180) * cos((y0+.5)*pi/180))
 x.km <-(Long-x0)*rx
 y.km <-(Lat-y0)*ry
Note that there are, probably, a dozen little functions that do this in different geographic packages on-line. This does a good enough job. The 6371 is the'mean' radius of the earth, which ranges from 6357 at the poles to 6378 at the equator. You could presumably make things more accurate by modeling the radius as a function of latitude, but are unlikely to improve your precision by more than (6378 - 6357)/6378 = 0.3%.
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CHITWAN, Sept 24: The water level in the Narayani river has crossed the danger mark, following incessant rain for the last three days. It is estimated that the river level will rise further as the rain continues in areas of the origin of the river.
Chief hydrologist at Narayani Basin Field Office, Bharatpur, Ram Bikesh Raya said the river level was at 8.08 metres at 10.30 this morning. The river level crossing more than eight metres is considered a danger level. The flow was 10,229 cubic metres per second.
Before this, the river level was the highest on July 2. It was the highest level in 44 years. On that day, the river level was measured 9.91 metres at 9AM. The water discharge in the river that time was 14, 779 cubic metres per second.
Prior to this, the water level in the river had reached 10.1 metres on August 5, 1974. The water discharge in the river was 15,300 cubic metres per second.
The increment of the water level in the river has its effect on Bharatpur Metropolitan City and Nawalpur areas. Metropolis chief Renu Dahal said people have been urged to be on alert in areas close to the river.


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Ministers of Agriculture of 34 countries in the Americas are in San Jose, Costa Rica, this week, to discuss pivotal issues for a sector that is key to the world's food supply and whose development is an essential requirement for combating food insecurity and large-scale migration.
Ministers of Agriculture, the Hon. Eugene Hamilton and the Hon. Alexis Jeffers, are representing the Federation at the conference, which ends tomorrow (Oct. 31st).
The agenda for the Conference of Ministers of Agriculture of the Americas 2019 includes issues such as: rural inclusion in the digital era, striking a balance between productivity and sustainability, and the interaction among health, safety and international trade, all key elements for the hemisphere's agriculture sector.
Costa Rica's President, Carlos Alvarado, in welcoming the delegations, said "the challenges are daunting because the population is growing, we are faced with climate change, and……ensure that young people continue to work in agricultural production, and offer sustainable, healthy options for life."
The meeting will provide an important opportunity to engage in dialogue and enable governments to forge partnerships with the private sector.


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because they constitute the world's merchant fleet and contribute
largely to world trade and transportation. Below you will find
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major group is divided into types and subtypes depending on what
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text: Near here stood the Monacan Indian town of Mowhemcho, noted on John Smith's map of 1612. The Monacan homeland encompassed much of Virginia's Piedmont. In 1670, Indian townspeople welcomed explorer John Lederer's party with celebratory "volleys of shot". Colonists destroyed the town and most of the Indian people were killed. French Huguenots settled here in 1700, and Monacan survivors visited them at the site., then called Manakin Town, to trade. By 1722, the Monacan had moved west, along the James River. Today, the Monacan Indian headquarters is just north of the James, near Lynchburg.


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 1. The longest words with no repeated letters are dermatoglyphics, misconjugatedly and uncopyrightables. The longest word whose lettersare in alphabetical order is the eight-letter Aegilops, a grass genus. However, this is arguably both Latin and a proper noun.
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Start Stop Continue Examples For Sales. A great way of introducing the start stop continue thinking style is to use the metaphor of a car at a traffic light (green for start, red for stop and orange for continue). Sending emails to the entire team stop:
When should you use the start, stop, continue. The start/stop/continue methodology particularly encourages quick and timely evaluation. The start, stop, continue retrospective allows everyone to review the actions they've taken in the last sprint and determine which ones are worth stopping or continuing.
Examples Of Stop, Start, Continue Activities With Hr Activities To Stop.
This retrospective technique hones in on the plus/delta aspects and is a must have tool for any scrum master or project manager. A great way of introducing the start stop continue thinking style is to use the metaphor of a car at a traffic light (green for start, red for stop and orange for continue). Things that are less good and which should be stopped, and.
To Use The Model, Simply Request Or Provide Feedback In Three Sections:
When should you use the start, stop, continue. You know what you need to do. For example, we want to know what we need to stop doing, start doing, and continue doing in order to become the best place to work in san francisco.
A Perfect Time To Ask Yourself:
Start stop continue examples for sales. The traffic light in the first slide is metaphorical for the start stop continue format. 2 create an online stop/start analysis.
It Focuses On The Past, Present, And Future At The Same Time.
For example in the process of developing a partnership, it may be very helpful for establishing baseline data and developing a common understanding of the stakeholder group perceptions of the current situation. When we are constantly focusing on and talking about the gaps, we miss all of the bridges that are ready for us to cross. Renewing contracts without assessing the market;
Running Over On Meeting Times;
Each of these are methods to help you achieve real progress in your business. A clear objective is critical to a successful stop/start analysis. But you give it a try and let me know!


Scientists freeze water with heat
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Now researcher Igor Lubomirsky at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, Israel, and his colleagues have discovered another way to control the freezing point of water — via what are called quasi-amorphous pyroelectric thin films. These surfaces change their electrical charge depending on their temperature.
When pyroelectic surfaces are positively charged, water becomes easier to freeze, and when they have a negative charge, it becomes harder to freeze.
The researchers saw that supercooled water could freeze as it's being heated, as long as the temperature changes the surface charge as well. For instance, when supercooled water is on a negatively charged lithium tantalate surface, it will freeze solid immediately when the surface is heated to 17.6 degrees F (minus 8 degrees C) and its charge switches to positive.
Curiously, positively charged surfaces inspire supercooled water to freeze from the bottom up, while negatively charged surfaces cause it to freeze from the top down. This likely has to do with how water molecules orient themselves — the negatively charged oxygen atoms in water molecules naturally point toward positively charged surfaces, while the reverse is true with hydrogen atoms.
"The difference between the positive and negative charge was unexpected," Lubomirsky said.
The scientists detailed their findings in the Feb. 5 issue of the journal Science.


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I would swear that years back I saw a definition of the word bury and it contained a noun, not only a verb. If my memory serves me well, the noun meaning was associated with church. Today I cannot find even a trace of a noun bury — only verbs. Could anyone definitely confirm or deny such noun exists, please?
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The suffix -burg in Old English signified a habitation like a town or village and would have been pronounced -bury, which is how Cantwaraburg became Canterbury. – Robusto Nov 6 '12 at 20:46
_USER_ In Swedish, a close relative of English, a similar thing happens. The cider called Kopparberg almost sounds like 'Kopparbarry' on a Swede's tongue. I live in a city called Edinburgh, which in Scotland we call 'Edinburra'. – Iain Elder Nov 7 '12 at 2:10
_USER_ without looking up the history, I'd suspect that most English-Scandinavian language cognates are loan words retained from the several generations prior to the Norman Conquest that southern England was dominated by Norse speaking invaders and not due to shared word origins from proto-germanic languages in the much more distant past. – Dan Neely Nov 7 '12 at 13:54
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For the noun bury, wiktionary shows "A borough; a manor". The OED shows similar meanings: "A manor-house, or large farm ; a specialization of the OE burh, byrig 'an enclosed or fortified place' which still survives in many local names..."."
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I just leafed through several pages of Google Books results for a bury and the bury, but I never saw a single instance of this usage. I did find a preponderance of rabbit/ferret references though, so I've extended my answer... – FumbleFingers Nov 6 '12 at 22:07
Among other interesting answers, this one corresponds with what I've remembered. Thank you all for your insights! – Artur Nov 6 '12 at 23:04
Dictionary.com lists one noun for bury:
Nautical. housing (def. 8a, b)
So it's listed as a synonym for a nautical term: housing.
Here's the definition for housing :
(8.) Nautical.
a. Also called bury. the portion of a mast below the deck.
c. the doubling of an upper mast.
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I'm reading a book entitled At Home in France by Ann Barry, and there is a reference to a letter by the former owners of the house identifying some of the furniture and items left in the house after it sold to Ms. Barry. One item is an "Eton bury" and it is later defined as an oak cabinet with a top drawer. Perhaps because you can secretly hide things inside, hence "bury" them?
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Re: Difference between and listbox...move?
Posted by Jenny, DelphiLand Team on February 05, 2009
In Reply to Difference between and listbox...move? posted by Lee p12462 on February 04, 2009
: I tried both of these and they "seem" to do the same thing (swap items corresponding to the 2 indexes passed). Is there a subtle difference (I'm sure there is) that I'm missing?
: With a ListBox with 4 unique items, I'm trying:
:,2); or
: Form1.ListBox.Items.move(1,2);
: This swaps the 2nd and 3rd items in the listbox.
In your example, both statements perform exactly the same task, but that's purely "by accident" ;)
Starting from items such as A, B, C, D, both Items.Exchange(1,2) and Items.Move(1,2) give us:
A, C, B, D
But with different item numbers, again starting from A, B, C, D we see after Items.Exchange(1,3):
A, D, C, B
Compare this with starting from A, B, C, D and Items.Move(1,3):
A, C, D, B
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This Rulemaking Task (RMT) addresses the following issues:
- The turbine engine endurance test conditions that are required by the Certification Spefications for Engines (CS-E) are very hard, if not impossible, to achieve with modern engines.
- An initial maintenance inspection (IMI) test for turbine engines is required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations for many years, but not by the European (Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)) certification specifications (CSs).
- CS-E does not contain a specification for applicants to demonstrate the time between overhauls (TBO) interval. A safety recommendation on this matter was addressed to EASA.
The specific objective of this RMT is to modernise the engine certification test requirements to:
- upgrade the turbine engine endurance test specifications to take into account modern engine design characteristics;
- improve the level of confidence in the robustness of turbine engine designs prior to entry into service, as well as, in some cases, the definition of initial maintenance inspection (IMI) intervals;
- ensure that EASA exercises oversight of the IMI tests and benefits from the resulting knowledge;
- ensure the robust and harmonised substantiation of the TBO and of the maintenance programmes for piston engines; and
- ensure the greatest possible harmonisation with the related FAA regulations and certification policies.


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Welcome to MPAS
MPAS is a volunteer-run Astronomical Society, located at Mt Martha on the Mornington Peninsula. It was founded in 1969 to foster the study of all aspects of Astronomy, Space and general Science by volunteers and to promote these to the public.
You can visit us at one of our popular public stargazing nights, where you can learn more about the Universe and take a look through our telescopes at the planets, the Moon and the stars.
We hold a monthly general meeting for the exchange of ideas and information. For decades the Society has provided "Astronomy on the Move" educational presentations, including observing nights for schools and community groups exclusively in the Peninsula and surrounding areas, as well as special exhibitions in the Melbourne CBD and Melbourne Museum.
Mt Martha Observatory is the Society's registered astronomical observatory at The Briars Historic Park. It is used to further the Society's educational, research, innovation and recreational capabilities. Historically this was the first registered amateur observatory in Australia and is one of a network of registered global monitoring stations of night sky light pollution. The Observatory is registered with the Astronomical Society of Australia.
- Upcoming Events
After the long COVID break in 2020, we are excited to offer events for the public again!
Bookings for public nights are open now and filling up quickly, see our Public Stargazing page for details.
If you have a new telescope, come to our Telescope Learning Day in February! Our experts will help you set up your scope and answer all your questions.
Our members can use the observatory again, as long as our COVID-safe plan is followed. Members will be kept up to date about current restrictions and rules via the email list and members Facebook page.
Please contact _EMAIL_ if you have any questions.
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- MPAS Meeting March 2021Main talk: "Destination Mars", by MPAS member Trevor Hand.
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- MPAS Meeting February 2021Main talk: "Telescope building", by John Dobson.
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load size limit than is advertised by the server on this endpoint.
Rate-limited:Yes.
Requires auth:Yes.
Request format:
No parameters
Response format:
Parameter Type Description
m.upload.size integer The maximum size an upload can be in bytes. Clients SHOULD use this as a guide when uploading content. If not listed or null, the size limit should be treated as unknown.
Example request:
GET /_matrix/media/r0/config HTTP/1.1
Responses:
Status code 200:
The public content repository configuration for the matrix server.
Example
{
 "m.upload.size": 50000000
}
Status code 429:
This request was rate-limited.
Example
{
 "errcode": "M_UNKNOWN",
 "error": "An unknown error occurred"
}
13.8.2.7 Thumbnails
The homeserver SHOULD be able to supply thumbnails for uploaded images and videos. The exact file types which can be thumbnailed are not currently specified - see Issue #1938 for more information.
The thumbnail methods are "crop" and "scale". "scale" tries to return an image where either the width or the height is smaller than the requested size. The client should then scale and letterbox the image if it needs to fit within a given rectangle. "crop" tries to return an image where the width and height are close to the requested size and the aspect matches the requested size. The client should scale the image if it needs to fit within a given rectangle.
The dimensions given to the thumbnail API are the minimum size the client would prefer. Servers must never return thumbnails smaller than the client's requested dimensions, unless the content being thumbnailed is smaller than the dimensions. When the content is smaller than the requested dimensions, servers should return the original content rather than thumbnail it.
Servers SHOULD produce thumbnails with the following dimensions and methods:
 - 32x32, crop
 - 96x96, crop
 - 320x240, scale
 - 640x480, scale
 - 800x600, scale
In summary:
 - "scale" maintains the original aspect ratio of the image
 - "crop" provides an image in the aspect ratio of the sizes given in the request
 - The server will return an image larger than or equal to the dimensions requested where possible.
Servers MUST NOT upscale thumbnails under any circumstance. Servers MUST NOT return a smaller thumbnail than requested, unless the original content makes that impossible.
13.8.3 Security considerations
The HTTP GET endpoint does not require any authentication. Knowing the URL of the content is sufficient to retrieve the content, even if the entity isn't in the room.
MXC URIs are vulnerable to directory traversal attacks such as mxc://127.0.0.1/../../../some_service/etc/passwd. This would cause the target homeserver to try to access and return this file. As such, homeservers MUST sanitise MXC URIs by allowing only alphanumeric (A-Za-z0-9), _ and - characters in the server-name and media-id values. This set of whitelisted characters allows URL-safe base64 encodings specified in RFC 4648. Applying this character whitelist is preferable to blacklisting . and / as there are techniques around blacklisted characters (percent-encoded characters, UTF-8 encoded traversals, etc).
Homeservers have additional content-specific concerns:
 - Clients may try to upload very large files. Homeservers should not store files that are too large and should not serve them to clients, returning a HTTP 413 error with the M_TOO_LARGE code.
 - Clients may try to upload very large images. Homeservers should not attempt to generate thumbnails for images that are too large, returning a HTTP 413 error with the M_TOO_LARGE code.
 - Remote homeservers may host very large files or images. Homeservers should not proxy or thumbnail large files or images from remote homeservers, returning a HTTP 502 error with the M_TOO_LARGE code.
 - Clients may try to upload a large number of files. Homeservers should limit the number and total size of media that can be uploaded by clients, returning a HTTP 403 error with the M_FORBIDDEN code.
 - Clients may try to access a large number of remote files through a homeserver. Homeservers should restrict the number and size of remote files that it caches.
 - Clients or remote homeservers may try to upload malicious files targeting vulnerabilities in either the homeserver thumbnailing or the client decoders.
13.9 Send-to-Device messaging
This module provides a means by which clients can exchange signalling messages without them being stored permanently as part of a shared communication history. A message is delivered exactly once to each client device.
The primary motivation for this API is exchanging data that is meaningless or undesirable to persist in the room DAG - for example, one-time authentication tokens or key data. It is not intended for conversational data, which should be sent using the normal /rooms/<room_id>/send API for consistency throughout Matrix.
13.9.1 Client behaviour
To send a message to other devices, a client should call /sendToDevice. Only one message can be sent to each device per transaction, and they must all have the same event type. The device ID in the request body can be set to * to request that the message be sent to all known devices.
If there are send-to-device messages waiting for a client, they will be returned by /sync, as detailed in Extensions to /sync. Clients should inspect the type of each returned event, and ignore any they do not understand.
13.9.2 Server behaviour
Servers should store pending messages for local users until they are successfully delivered to the destination device. When a client calls /sync with an access token which corresponds to a device with pending messages, the server should list the pending messages, in order of arrival, in the response body.
When the client calls /sync again with the next_batch token from the first response, the server should infer that any send-to-device messages in that response have been delivered successfully, and delete them from the store.
If there is a large queue of send-to-device messages, the server should limit the number sent in each /sync response. 100 messages is recommended as a reasonable limit.
If the client sends messages to users on remote domains, those messages should be sent on to the remote servers via federation.
13.9.3 Protocol definitions
13.9.3.1 PUT /_matrix/client/r0/sendToDevice/{eventType}/{txnId}
This endpoint is used to send send-to-device events to a set of client devices.
Rate-limited:No.
Requires auth:Yes.
Request format:
Parameter Type Description
path parameters
eventType string Required. The type of event to send.
txnId string Required. The transaction ID for this event. Clients should generate an ID unique across requests with the same access token; it will be used by the server to ensure idempotency of requests.
JSON body parameters
messages {string: {string: EventContent}} The messages to send. A map from user ID, to a map from device ID to message body. The device ID may also be *, meaning all known devices for the user.
Example request:
PUT /_matrix/client/r0/sendToDevice/m.new_device/35 HTTP/1.1
Content-Type: application/json
{
 "messages": {
 "@alice:example.com": {
 "TLLBEANAAG": {
 "example_content_key": "value"
 }
 }
 }
}
Response:
Status code 200:
The message was successfully sent.
Example
{}
13.9.3.2 Extensions to /sync
This module adds the following properties to the /sync response:
Parameter Type Description
to_device ToDevice Optional. Information on the send-to-device messages for the client device.
ToDevice
Parameter Type Description
events [Event] List of send-to-device messages.
Event
Parameter Type Description
content EventContent The content of this event. The fields in this object will vary depending on the type of event.
sender string The Matrix user ID of the user who sent this event.
type string The type of event.
Example response:
{
 "next_batch": "s72595_4483_1934",
 "rooms": {"leave": {}, "join": {}, "invite": {}},
 "to_device": {
 "events": [
 {
 "sender": "@alice:example.com",
 "type": "m.new_device",
 "content": {
 "device_id": "XYZABCDE",
 "rooms": ["!726s6s6q:example.com"]
 }
 }
 ]
 }
}
13.10 Device Management
This module provides a means for a user to manage their devices.
13.10.1 Client behaviour
Clients that implement this module should offer the user a list of registered devices, as well as the means to update their display names. Clients should also allow users to delete disused devices.
13.10.1.1 GET /_matrix/


Dose and time dependence of box jellyfish antivenom
J Venom Anim Toxins Incl Trop Dis. 2014 Aug 12;20:34. doi: 10.1186/_PHONE_-34. eCollection 2014.
Background: The effectiveness of the currently available box jellyfish (Chironex fleckeri) antivenom has been subject of debate for many years. To assess whether the box jellyfish antivenom has the ability to attenuate venom-induced damage at cellular level, the present study analyzed the dose and time dependence of the antivenom in a cell-based assay.
Methods: Different doses of antivenom were added to venom and subsequently administered to cells and the cell index was measured using xCelligence Technology (ACEA Biosciences). Similarly, antivenom and venom were incubated over different time periods and cell survival measured as stated above. For both experiments, the cell index was plotted as a measure of cell survival against the dose or incubation time and significance was determined with the use of a one-way ANOVA with a LSD post hoc test.
Results: Increasing concentrations of antivenom significantly augmented cell survival, with a concentration of approximately five times the currently recommended dose for human envenomation, causing the first significant increase in cell survival compared venom alone. Further, cell survival improved with increasing incubation time of venom and antivenom prior to addition to the cells, indicating that box jellyfish antivenom requires approximately 70 minutes to neutralize C. fleckeri venom.
Conclusion: The presented results suggest that the currently recommended dose of antivenom requires adjustment, and more importantly, a human trial to test the effects of higher concentrations is also necessary. Further, antivenom has delayed neutralizing effects (i.e. after 70 minutes) which underlines the eminence of immediate and prolonged cardiopulmonary resuscitation in victims suffering from a C. fleckeri venom-induced cardiovascular collapse.
Keywords: Antivenom; Chironex fleckeri; Dose–response curve; Venom.


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Isabella Rachels married Johannes Lydius during the 1690s while he was domine of the Reformed Church at Antwerp Belgium. With her young children, she accompanied Lydius to New York in 1700 where he had accepted a call to the Dutch Reformed Church at Albany.
Three more babies were born in America and the family settled into a comfortable life in their new State Street home. This minister's wife set down roots in Albany and played a supportive role in church activities. But the untimely death of Johannes Lydius in 1710 left Isabella with charge of his Albany estate and also with responsiblity for administering his property in Holland for the benefit of their five surviving children.
By January 1711, widow Isabella Lydius had entered into a marriage contract with widower Jacob Staats, an Albany physician. With her two European-born daughters, she became a naturalized British subject in 1716. After raising her family and Staats's two daughters as well, she inherited his property after Jacob Staats's death in 1735. She died in December 1745 and was buried beneath the church.
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Toss 'em or Keep 'em? What To Do With Harsh Open-Ended Comments in 360-Degree Feedback?
December 21, 2016 by Sandra Mashihi
"A pleasant illusion is better than a harsh reality."
-Christian Nevell Bovee
Open-ended comments have some clear benefits and disadvantages. Participants generally find comments from open-ended questions useful and a great way of clarifying the sometimes confusing quantitative scores (e.g., when rater agreement is low but average scores are moderate or moderately high).
Open-ended comments do have some potential downsides. For one thing, they take more time to complete and require more effort on the part of raters to make them more behavioral and useful. At the same time, open-ended comments might also reveal raters, diminishing anonymity in the feedback process, where the participant is likely to identify who said what.
One of the biggest disadvantages of open-ended comments is the negative impact it can have on the participant.Open-ended comments can create strong emotional reactions that can interfere with the acceptance of feedback and lead to diminished engagement and productivity. For example, Smither and Walker (2004)1 analyzed the impact of upward feedback ratings, as well as open-ended comments, over a one-year period for 176 managers. They found that those who received a small number of unfavorable, behaviorally-based comments improved more than other managers, but those who received a large number relative to positive comments significantly declined in performance more than other managers.
Coach's Critique:
They say that some things are better left unsaid….. I couldn't agree with this statement more. It is common for raters to take advantage of being provided with open-ended questions by stating their opinion about the participant in an overly critical way, either intentionally or unintentionally. This can lead to hurt feelings, diminishment in confidence, and a decreased motivation to change on the part of the participant.
The challenge is to collect as much honest and useful information as possible, while keeping the participants emotional reactions in tact! So, what do consultants or coaches do when they have reviewed a 360-degree feedback that consists of overly critical open-ended comments? Do they toss 'em? Or, do they keep 'em?
This is obviously a difficult question to answer, as it is essentially a judgement call on the part of the coach. In my experience, if a feedback comment is not behavioral AND specific, it does not need to be included. If there is something negative to be said about someone, then perhaps it does NOT need to be mentioned. A rater might say, "No body respects or listens to Joe's presentations! He is clumsy and boring!". Well, here is what I would do….I would ask one question…does the quantitative portion of the 360 results cover development opportunities for presentation skills. If so, I would take this comment OUT. Not only would keeping such a comment emotionally hurt the participant and decrease chances of behavioral change, but it could motivate him to try to identify the rater that made the comment…this could inevitably lead to tremendous resentment and animosity.
So, generally, when comments are highly critical, it might be a good idea to delete the comment or modify it in a way that participant might feel more comfortable to receive.
What has been your experience with harsh and unnecessary open-ended comments? Would you toss 'em or keep 'em?
 1. Smither & Walker, A.G. (2004). Are the characteristics of narrative comments related to improvement in multi-rater feedback ratings over time? Personnel Psychology, 89, 575-581. []
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 1. Sandra–you have effectively raised the major points for and against leaving raw comments in 360 feedback. They usually help explain otherwise confusing quantitative scores and provide a richer, deeper feedback report. However, harsh or punitive comments can bring out the worst in the person being rated, including a desire for payback.
 On our FULLVIEW Feedback InventoryTM, which has 14 places to make comments, we leave every word the raters write. This means that the person being rated sees the whole continuum of verbiage, from the effusive, honey-sweet to the curt, bitter comments.
 The introductory narrative in our FULLVIEW report reminds readers that, no matter what raters said or how low their ratings were, their feedback is a gift of their time and energy. We suggest that people value that rater time and energy, and state that it's better to know the degree to which raters think they walk on water or suck water, than to not know.
 We have found that those receiving the ratings and comments usually put them into perspective, and then move on to creating a development plan. Sometimes, like a new coaching client of mine, they get stuck for a week or two and need additional help to process the hurt and disappointment they feel.
 I am on the side of showing them the true comments and ratings, and then helping them come to grips with the data.
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hesitation meaning in hindi
Pronunciation of hesitation
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hesitation Antonyms
hesitation Definitions and meaning in English
 1. indecision in speech or action
 2. a certain degree of unwillingness
 3. the act of pausing uncertainly
 4. waiting; uncertainty
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 1. हिचकिचाहट
 She agreed without the slightest hesitation.
 2. हिचक
 There was a hesitation in his speech.
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CUSIP is a 9 character long identifier. The last digit is a check sum checking the first 8 previous characters. This seems to me that it is not possible for two securities to have the same 8 characters and different check sum. I know this is not exactly quantitative, but I haven't found a forum where I could ask.
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 $\begingroup$ No, for exactly the reasons you state, two CUSIPs cannot differ in inly the last digit. The last digit is a function of the first 8 digits, and any ordered set of 8 digits has only one proper checksum. If two CUSIPs are the same except for rhe last digit, one of them is not a CUSIP, and in fact making that determination is the very purpose of the checksum digit $\endgroup$ – Dan Bron Nov 21 '14 at 12:16
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How Much Is Beef per Pound Hanging Weight?
Beef is a staple in many diets around the world, and its price can vary depending on various factors. One of the ways beef is priced is by its hanging weight, which refers to the weight of the carcass after it has been slaughtered and before it has been processed. This article will explore the average cost of beef per pound hanging weight and answer some frequently asked questions about beef pricing.
Average Cost of Beef per Pound Hanging Weight
The cost of beef per pound hanging weight can vary depending on several factors, including the cut of meat, the quality of the beef, and the market conditions. On average, beef can range from $3 to $5 per pound hanging weight. However, it's important to note that this price does not include additional processing fees, such as butchering and packaging, which can add to the overall cost.
Factors Affecting the Price of Beef
1. Cut of Meat: Different cuts of beef have different values. For example, premium cuts like ribeye and filet mignon tend to be more expensive compared to less desirable cuts like chuck or round.
2. Quality of Beef: The quality of beef can greatly influence its price. Higher quality beef, such as prime or Angus, often comes with a higher price tag due to factors like superior marbling and tenderness.
3. Market Conditions: Like any other commodity, beef prices are subject to market fluctuations. Factors like supply and demand, weather conditions, and global trade agreements can impact the cost of beef.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the price of beef per pound hanging weight include processing fees?
A: No, the price per pound hanging weight typically only covers the cost of the carcass. Additional processing fees, such as butchering, packaging, and transportation, are usually charged separately.
Q: Are there any other costs associated with buying beef?
A: Yes, besides the hanging weight price and processing fees, you may also incur costs for aging the beef, custom cuts, and any additional services you may require.
Q: Can I buy beef directly from a farmer?
A: Yes, many farmers offer the option to purchase beef directly from them. This can be a great way to support local agriculture and have more control over the meat you consume.
Q: How can I find the best deals on beef?
A: To find the best deals on beef, consider shopping around at different local butchers, farmers' markets, and online meat suppliers. You can also look for sales or bulk purchasing options to save money.
Q: Is it more cost-effective to buy beef in bulk?
A: Buying beef in bulk can often be more cost-effective, especially if you have the freezer space and are willing to invest in larger quantities. Purchasing a whole or half a cow can result in significant savings compared to buying individual cuts.
In conclusion, the cost of beef per pound hanging weight can vary depending on several factors, including the cut of meat, the quality of the beef, and market conditions. On average, beef can range from $3 to $5 per pound hanging weight. However, it's important to consider additional processing fees when calculating the overall cost. By understanding these factors and shopping around, you can find the best deals on beef and enjoy this delicious protein in your meals.


Merge partitions Server 2019
Merge partitions and Unallocated space in Windows Server 2008
To manage disk partitions and use disk space more efficiently, you need to do many operations, for example: delete an unused partition, format a partition to rebuild file system. Sometimes you need to shrink or extend a partitioned drive, decrease or increase the number of drives. In this article, I'll introduce how to merge partitions and combine Unallocated space in Windows Server 2008 R2.
Merge partitions Server 2008
How to merge partitions
By merging partitions, there are two benefits: transfer free space from a drive to the other one that is running out of space and decrease the number of drives.
 - Transfer free space
Some drives such as system C drive and the drives for backup and projects are very likely running low on disk space. In this case, you can increase free space by merging other drives. For example: by merging volumes E to D, the free space in E will be transferred to D. So you can solve this problem without starting over or waste a long time to back up and restore.
 - Decrease number of drives
As we know, it is better to create more volumes to save different type of files, so you can better organize and locate the files. But on the other hand, if you create too many drives, each drive is smaller, and it may cause difficult to find the files you need.
Steps to combine partitions in Windows Server 2008 R2:
1. Download NIUBI Partition Editor and you'll see all disk partitions.
Merge partitions server 2008
2. Right click either drive D or E and select Merge Volume.
3. In the pop-up window, click the check-box of both D and E, and then click the drop-down box to select destination drive.
Select volumes
Click OK and back to the main window, drive E is combined into D drive, click Apply on top left to execute, done.
Partitions merged
Open drive D when partition merging complete, a new folder is created as E to D(with date and time), all files in drive E are moved to this folder automatically.
Files moved
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 1. Do not merge partitions C and D, otherwise all programs and services in D become invalid, though you won't lose these files.
 2. It is not suggested, but you can still merge C and D drive with NIUBI. However, to avoid system boot failure, you can only combine partition D into C. Merging drive C to D is disabled.
Merge C and D drive
How to merge Unallocated space
Besides creating new volumes, Unallocated space can be added into to a partitioned drive, then this Unallocated space will be converted to part of the free space in this drive.
In Windows Server 2008, you can get Unallocated space by deleting or shrinking a volume in its native Disk Management. You can also combine Unallocated space with the built-in Extend Volume functionality, however, you can only merge this Unallocated space to the drive that is adjacent and on the left side.
With NIUBI Partition Editor, you can merge Unallocated space to any volume in the same disk by simply dragging on the program.
Steps to merge Unallocated space in Windows Server 2008 R2:
For example: there is 20GB Unallocated space between drive C and D, let's see how to merge Unallocated space to C drive.
Merge Unallocated space
Right click C drive and select Resize/Move Volume, drag the right border towards the right.
Extend Unallocated to C
Unallocated space will be combined to C drive.
Unallocated merged
If you want to merge the Unallocated space to drive D: right click D and select Resize/Move Volume and then drag the left border towards the left.
How to merge nonadjacent Unallocated space
As you see, it is very easy to combine Unallocated space to any adjacent volume, you just need 1 step to drag either border towards the other side. To merge Unallocated space to nonadjacent volume, you just need 1 more step to move partition.
For example: there is a 20GB Unallocated space between drive D and E, let's see how to merge this Unallocated space to C drive.
Unallocated space
1. Right click drive D and select Resize/Move Volume, drag the middle position rightwards.
Move Unallocated
Unallocated space will be moved to the left side.
Unallocated space moved
2. Right click drive C and select Resize/Move Volume again, drag the right border rightwards to combine the Unallocated space.
No matter you want to merge partitions or merge Unallocated space in Windows Server 2008 R2, it is very with NIUBI Partition Editor by simply dragging on the program.
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Ireland–New Zealand relations
Ireland–New Zealand relations refers to the diplomatic relations between Ireland and New Zealand. Both nations are English speaking nations. As a result of famine and poverty, several thousand Irish people migrated to New Zealand where today approximately 18% of the population can claim Irish heritage. Both nations are members of the Australia Group, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the United Nations.
Historically, both Ireland and New Zealand were constitutionally linked when the United Kingdom formally established the Colony of New South Wales in 1788 which included most of present-day New Zealand. In 1840, New Zealand formally joined the British Empire after the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. The first major contact between both nations was during first wave of Irish immigration to New Zealand. Because the Irish were considered to be "British", it is unknown who the first Irish were to reach New Zealand, however, the first Irish migrants to reach New Zealand would have occurred around 1840 when the New Zealand Company first began assisting would-be migrants to settle in New Zealand. In comparison to Irish immigration to North America and Australia, very few Irish people migrated to New Zealand, mainly due to the cost of travel and the enormous distance between both nations. Over the years, however, several waves of Irish people would migrate to New Zealand and as a result, approximately 18% of the population of New Zealand today can claim Irish descent.
Both Irish and New Zealand soldiers fought side by side for the British Empire during the Second Boer War from 1899 to 1902 and World War I from 1914 to 1918, especially during the Gallipoli Campaign. During the Easter Rising in 1916 and when Ireland declared its independence from the United Kingdom in 1919, many Irish-New Zealanders became involved in the Irish cause, however, their numbers were never great which may have been attributed to the fact that most of those with Irish origins in the country were already second generation New Zealanders with loose connections with Ireland. By 1947, New Zealand essentially became an independent nation after accepting the Statute of Westminster Adopting Act.
In May 1948, former Irish Taoiseach Éamon de Valera traveled to New Zealand seeking support for a united Ireland, but was not successful due to the fact that Ireland remained neutral during World War II whereas New Zealand fought under the Commonwealth in the war. Although New Zealand did not support a united Ireland, many New Zealanders still hold Ireland as an important contributor to their country both culturally and historically.
In 1976, Ireland opened an honorary consulate-general in Auckland to represent Irish interests in the country. The current honorary consul-general is Niamh McMahon. In 2000, New Zealand re-opened an honorary consulate-general in Dublin. Both countries maintain strong political links and similar interests with regards to climate change and peaceful resolutions in trouble zones throughout the world. Several prime ministers have visited each other's countries respectively. Furthermore, three of the Prime Minister of New Zealand have been born in Ireland. Both countries have established working holiday visa with each other and work closely together with regards to agriculture.
Until 2018, the two countries did not have resident embassies in each other's capital, with the Irish Embassy in Canberra, Australia being cross-accredited to Wellington, and the New Zealand High Commission in London in the United Kingdom being cross-accredited to Dublin. In August of that year, however, Ireland opened its first resident embassy in Wellington. In November, New Zealand opened its first resident embassy in Dublin.
- President Patrick Hillery (1985)
- Taoiseach Charles Haughey (1988)
- President Mary McAleese (1998, 2007)
- President Michael D. Higgins (2017)
- Prime Minister Bill Rowling (1975)
- Prime Minister Helen Clark (2005)
- Trade Minister Tim Groser (2015)
- Foreign Minister Winston Peters (2018)
In 2019, trade between Ireland and New Zealand totaled $533 million New Zealand dollars. Ireland's main exports to New Zealand include mainly pharmaceutical products. New Zealand's main exports to Ireland include: wine, mechanical machinery and equipment.
Resident diplomatic missions
- State Luncheon for President of Ireland, Mary McAleese
- "Closer relations with New Zealand". Archived from the original on 2016-06-16. Retrieved 2016-03-20.
- British & Irish immigration, _PHONE_
- Irish Immigration to New Zealand
- New Zealand at War
- "Bureau of Military History". Archived from the original on 2015-02-19. Retrieved 2020-01-26.
- A Policy of Futility: Eamon de Valera's Anti-Partition Campaign, _PHONE_
- "Honorary Consulate-General of Ireland in Auckland, New Zealand". Archived from the original on 2016-03-29. Retrieved 2016-03-20.
- New Zealand appoints envoy, Irish Times, January 10, 2000
- New Zealand Prime Ministers
- Ireland and New Zealand agriculture: trade and climate change
- New Zealand opens Irish embassy in Dublin, Newstalk, 12 November 2018
- New Zealand to open embassy in Dublin, Newstalk, 24 March 2017
- Ireland's first Ambassador to New Zealand appointed, Newshub, 29 August 2018
- New Zealand opens first embassy in Dublin
- President Patrick Hillery's State Visits
- Beehive: Visit of The President of Ireland
- PM Transcripts: Charles Haughey in New Zealand
- President of Ireland visits Christchurch Earthquake National Memorial
- New Zealand Prime Minister's visit
- Beehive: New Zealand and Ireland discuss film agreement
- MFAT: Ireland
- Embassy of Ireland in Wellington
- Embassy of New Zealand in Dublin


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Twelve Pound CannonballEngagement at Fort Mile Creek
This item is a part of the 1812 History digitization project. This project was made possible with the support of the Department of Canadian Heritage through the Canadian Culture Online Strategy.
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- A 12 pound cannon ball that is believed by some to have been one of the shots lobbed ashore by the schooners of the British Fleet during the Engagement of Forty Mile Creek, June 8, 1813. It may also have been the property of American troops and was left behind in the retreat. The cannonball was found buried 3 feet deep in the ground at the corner of Patton and Elizabeth streets in Grimsby. It is unknown whether it is British or American.
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Latitude: 43.1981918704866 Longitude: -79.5599949359894
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- Image courtesy of the Grimsby Museum
- Please contact the Grimsby Museum for any reproductions of this image
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||The NPS completed an environmental assessment (EA) that provides an analysis of the environmental consequences of the alternatives considered for the rehabilitation of Arlington House, Outbuildings, and Grounds. The NPS has selected Alternative B for implementation and Finding of No Significant Impact has been signed.
At Arlington House, the Robert E. Lee Memorial, the National Park Service (NPS) will rehabilitate Arlington House (Mansion), Outbuildings (North and South Slave Quarters), and the historic Grounds (Kitchen Garden and Work Yard) in a manner that protects and maintains the cultural resources and values for which the Robert E. Lee Memorial was established. Furthermore, this will benefit the visiting public by providing a safe environment where NPS can interpret the history and significance of the site through a more accurate representation of circa 1861 historic conditions.
This action is needed because: previous reconstructions of the North and South Slave Quarters are now known to be inaccurate; there is no fire suppression system to safeguard historic buildings and the museum collections housed within those structures; the current mechanical system is not capable of maintaining a suitable climate to preserve the historic buildings and collections; the 1921 Comfort Station is a non-contributing structure in the historic Kitchen Garden; the 1861 Work Yard and Kitchen Garden were previously interpreted and recreated inappropriately; and the foundations of Arlington House have deteriorated due to drainage and humidity problems.


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Leading Australian strata insurance specialist signs environmental deal
CHU, Australia's leading strata insurance specialist, has signed a three-year agreement with environmental scientist/explorer Tim Jarvis's Forktree project in combating climate change and biodiversity loss.
CHU has agreed to offset its carbon footprint by planting thousands of trees on degraded farmland on the Fleurieu peninsula in South Australian to restore its pristine condition.
CHU CEO Bobby Lehane urged other businesses to consider similar action.
The project involves restoring a 53 ha former pastoral property on the Fleurieu Peninsula. The land currently has about 30-40 native trees on it but should have 30-40,000.
"Restoring the land will bring huge biodiversity benefits, as well as sequestering tens of thousands of tonnes of carbon," said Mr Jarvis.
"Climate change and biodiversity loss are the biggest threats facing us. The Forktree Project involves restoring and reforesting an area of degraded farmland to help combat these threats and act as a showcase for what is possible in terms of land regeneration and off-grid living."
Mr Jarvis added: "I congratulate CHU in wholeheartedly embracing this project and for its environmental stand, and I encourage other parts of the insurance and strata industry to seek areas where they can help promote biodiversity and the environment."
NOTE: Tim Jarvis AM is an environmental scientist, author, film maker, adventurer and public speaker. He is committed to finding pragmatic solutions to major environmental issues related to climate change and biodiversity loss and uses his speaking engagements, films and books about his expeditions/work to progress thinking in these areas. He was conferred a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for services to environment, community and exploration in the 2010 Australian honours list; voted the Australian Adventurer of the Year in 2013; Conservationist of the Year in 2016 (Australian Geographic Society); made a Bragg Fellow of the Royal Institution of Australia and is Global Ambassador to international sustainability NGO WWF. In 2013 the adventurer and environmental scientist re-enacted Sir Ernest Shackleton's 1916 epic journey, sailing a replica of his boat 1,500km across the Southern Ocean from Antarctica, where Shackleton's men were stranded for more than a year, to South Georgia island, then climbing over its mountainous interior to the site of the whaling station where Shackleton finally found help.


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Read Pakistan Trust
Read Pakistan is a Trust registered under the Trust Act, with a team of highly professionals motivated for an educated Pakistan moving ahead on creation of reading facilities accessible to all and to train teachers / librarians/ parents to develop a greater emphasis on reading habits in the children/parents coping up with present and future challenges.
The overall goal of Read Pakistan is to ensure that every person gets a reading opportunity and to train the librarians/teachers in developing the reading habits and diffusion of knowledge in Pakistan and promotion of the lifetime reading habit and also to promote quality literacy instruction, advocate life-long reading, clarify educational issues for decision makers, and support research in literacy.
Our Values: Equal opportunities for reading and learning for all.
Vision: We envision a society in which all people have an access to reading and have equal opportunities of learning and personal and professional growth.
Mission: Providing reading facilities to all and Training of Librarians/teachers.
Strategy: Creation of reading facilities accessible to all and to train Librarians/teachers to develop a greater emphasis on reading habits in the children coping up with present and future challenges.
Our Unique Campaigns:
- 100, 000 School Libraries: History's largest campaign of school libraries in Pakistan.
- City of Libraries: To establish 500 libraries in Islamabad and to make it world's first city with such an honorable identity.
- Read Talk: world's first talk series focused and highlighting the value of books.
- Read Blog: The largest database of blogs highlighting the transformative power of reading.
- Read Africa: Providing access to books to African youth.
- CybeRead: World's largest network of literary youth.
- RadioTalk: More than 50 talks by the Chairman till to date.
- Training programs for teachers, parents, librarians and school Principals to make them capable inculcate love of books in Children to make them lifelong learners.
- Read Pakistan Book Club: World's unique and the widespread book club currently conducted in 63 universities on monthly basis in Pakistan, Canada and KSA.


Integral Biomathics: Tracing the Road to Reality
October 9, 2012
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This book is about a new approach to biology (and physics, of course!). Its subtitle suggests a perpetual movement and interplay between two elusive aspects of modern science — reality/matter and potentiality/mind, between physics and biology — both captured and triggered by mathematics — to understand and explain emergence, development and life all the way up to consciousness. B
ut what is the real/potential difference between living and non-living matter? How does time in potentiality differ from time in reality? What we need to understand these differences is an integrative approach. This book contemplates how to encircle life to obtain a formal system, equivalent to the ones in physics. Integral Biomathics attempts to explore the interplay between reality and potentiality.