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BACKGROUND: Despite wide use of noninvasive ventilation (NIV) in several clinical settings, the beneficial effects of NIV in patients with hypoxemic acute respiratory failure (ARF) due to influenza infection remain controversial. The aim of this study was to identify the profile of patients with risk factors for NIV failure using chi-square automatic interaction detection (CHAID) analysis and to determine whether NIV failure is associated with ICU mortality.
METHODS: This work was a secondary analysis from prospective and observational multi-center analysis in critically ill subjects admitted to the ICU with ARF due to influenza infection requiring mechanical ventilation. Three groups of subjects were compared: (1) subjects who received NIV immediately after ICU admission for ARF and then failed (NIV failure group); (2) subjects who received NIV immediately after ICU admission for ARF and then succeeded (NIV success group); and (3) subjects who received invasive mechanical ventilation immediately after ICU admission for ARF (invasive mechanical ventilation group). Profiles of subjects with risk factors for NIV failure were obtained using CHAID analysis.
RESULTS: Of 1,898 subjects, 806 underwent NIV, and 56.8% of them failed. Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation II (APACHE II) score, Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) score, infiltrates in chest radiograph, and ICU mortality (38.4% vs 6.3%) were higher (P < .001) in the NIV failure than in the NIV success group. SOFA score was the variable most associated with NIV failure, and 2 cutoffs were determined. Subjects with SOFA ≥ 5 had a higher risk of NIV failure (odds ratio = 3.3, 95% CI 2.4–4.5). ICU mortality was higher in subjects with NIV failure (38.4%) compared with invasive mechanical ventilation subjects (31.3%, P = .018), and NIV failure was associated with increased ICU mortality (odds ratio = 11.4, 95% CI 6.5–20.1).
CONCLUSIONS: An automatic and non-subjective algorithm based on CHAID decision-tree analysis can help to define the profile of patients with different risks of NIV failure, which might be a promising tool to assist in clinical decision making to avoid the possible complications associated with NIV failure.
- Correspondence: Alejandro Rodríguez MD PhD, Critical Care Department, Hospital Universitario de Tarragona Joan XXIII, Mallafré Guasch 4 (43007), Tarragona - Spain. E-mail: ahr1161{at}yahoo.es.
Supplementary material related to this paper is available at http://www.rcjournal.com.
This study was supported in part by Spanish Society of Critical Care (SEMICYUC) Grant AGAUR 2014/SGR926 and a grant from the Ricardo Barri Casanovas Foundation. The authors have disclosed no conflicts of interest.
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Despicable Me 2 review
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In love with this Movie
WOW . I watched this movie in cinema with my family and it was the most beautiful experience. I really , really enjoyed it .It was hilarious. AND MINIONS WERE AMAZING HAHAHHAHA . I literally loved every single character in this movie . IT was very entertaining . I was laughing on most of the scenes . The way everyone talked and behaved was just so hilarious. JUST GOTTA SAY " I AM IN LOVE WITH MINIONS " They are just so cute . I Also feel the sequel was better than 1st film , i dont know why but sequel was more entertaining


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We knew that things could only be better than the previous day, we checked out the hitchwiki.org and after few hours we were at the right spot.
It took us few minutes to understand that at that gas station, located at the outskirts of Ljubljana, most of the drivers were heading off abroad therefore get a lift was likely to happen.
Nevertheless we spent four hours toing and froing around the lorries parked at the gas station, asking each driver if Zagreb was part of their itinerary. The answers varied between "no, I am going to the opposite direction or "yes, but a colleague is coming along".
The names of different cities started wandering on our mind tempting us to change our thoughts: rather than stick to our plans, we could just go wherever someone was willing to take us. But the fear of skipping countries like Bosnia and Herzegovina or Montenegro was far more powerful, hence we just had to nourish the idea that an adventure like us would stop and take us to Croatia.
Lorry drivers could only take one of us, hence I tried to "get rid of Johan" when I realised he was losing hope. He was thinking of getting a train in case things didn't work. After a chat during which we tried to find strength to cope with the waiting time, we agreed that spit up shouldn't be part of the trip.
Wise words came from a polish fellow hitchhiker who appeared from nowhere. A tall, skinny young man full of beautiful stories about hitchhiking joined us to find out if we were heading off to the same place. He was coming from Hungary, and he seldom had to wait more than 1 hour for a lift. For us that sounded a miracle due to hour experience day before and even at that gas station.
What's the secret? We asked him, Always be positive and smiley, but obviously the main secret was hidden, her girlfriend, we found out later.
The moment wouldn't happen until I saw a young, smiley lady parking her car next to us.
She shrugged her shoulders showing disappointment for not being able to help us. Ten minutes later she came with two coffees telling us that it was the least she could do for us.
Whilst I was setting up the camera to record her gesture, she started pondering change her plans to drive us to Zagreb.
Tjasa, whose name I only memorised when she gave me her business card, did change her plans on a whim and drove us to Zagreb, 140 km from where she was going. She stopped for two travellers, but ended bringing along the skinny, tall polish professional hitchhiker I mentioned before who; indeed, never wait more than 1 hour, and her girlfriend who finally showed up.
This moment was more than a lift, "a ride, carona, boleia, pedir cola" whatever you called it, it was instead a journey to the point where we all understood that we're more alike than different, and we here to help each other.
I failed to feel Zagreb as a great place to be. My mood, my spirit, tiredness might had conditioned my way to visit big cities, nevertheless I met nice folks who did welcomed me with a glossy smile – reason enough to come back for a proper visit.
Clear as a whistle, when one have the heart in the right place, one meet people with the same will, someone wrote when I shared this picture on my facebook page, what else can I say?
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I'm having a hard time. Here's my problem. I want to use several different EXS 24 instruments in the same track in Logic Pro 7.1 but I can't get it to work.
I read that the channel splitter would do this, so I bravely went into the intimidating Environment and tediously cabled a channel splitter to sixteen different instruments.
So far, so good, and I could find the channel splitter available as an item I could assign to instrument tracks. But afer I did this, I couldn't figure out how to assign a different EXS instrument to separate MIDI channels which I could then use for articulations in the same track.
This is so very to easy to do with the Kontakt player and the Kompakt player, or even the HALion player and I thought that it would be even easier in Logic, since the EXS 24 mkII is native to Logic, but it didn't work.
I have samples that are EXS instruments (VSL and ProjectSAM Brass) and can't be accessed any other way. As a workaround I have been using separate tracks for each instrument/articulation, which is kind of ricidulous and enormously time consuming. There must be an easier way.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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Wednesday, July 19, 2017
MCTJuly Release Sneak Peek Day 3 ~ cool pineapple!
20 comments :
- Jo - Jo's Scrap Shack said...
Oh wow.. Liz this is super stinkin cute!!!!! I absolutely LOVE all the sunglasses in the background... but that pineapple dude with his shades!!!! Total cuteness! Really love what you did with this! Thank you so much for sharing and have a great day!
- July 20, 2017 at 12:10 AM
- Linda Hott said...
Love, love, love your stamping off with the different shades of color with your sunglasses for background. The pineapple flip flops are way cute!!!! Especially adding the glossy sunglasses on the pineapple! All caps in adorable! Super cute card! email@example.com
- July 20, 2017 at 2:29 AM
- Joan Smith said...
OMG Miss Liz WOWZERS!!! What a Spectacular Card. It is so Flippin' Cute!! You sure did one Spectacular & Incredible Stamping job!! Your Pineapple looks so Flippin' cool with her shades....You also sure did come up with a Funtabulous idea for a card creation you definitely did a Super Outstanding Creative job....everything is Magnificent!! Love...LOVE!!
YOU so ROCK!!
- July 20, 2017 at 3:20 AM
- Marilyn said...
OMG!! Gorgeous card! I love the pineapples on the flip flops!
- July 20, 2017 at 5:07 AM
- lisa808 said...
Your whole card scream summer! Love the gatefold.
lisawhs808 at aol dot com
- July 20, 2017 at 5:33 AM
- Mary Sanders said...
Love the idea of embossing 1/2 of the flip flop then cutting the other half. Really clever and the sunglasses really add to the summery theme.
- July 20, 2017 at 6:37 AM
- shabbypinkhouse said...
Love your flip flop summery theme! So creative! tfs Hugs, Christine Johnson firstname.lastname@example.com
- July 20, 2017 at 7:07 AM
- MeMe said...
Love it! The backgrounds are super. email@example.com
- July 20, 2017 at 7:27 AM
- jean said...
The scallopped flip flop is gorgeous!!!!
- July 20, 2017 at 8:11 AM
- Kirsty Vittetoe said...
That is so so fun!
- July 20, 2017 at 8:27 AM
- monica Stickles said...
Super adorable card this flip flop is a must have:)
- July 20, 2017 at 8:33 AM
- monica Stickles said...
Super adorable card this flip flop is a must have:)
- July 20, 2017 at 8:34 AM
- Vonmariedesign said...
Adorable card, love it!! I need to try and make a card like that one day! email@example.com
- July 20, 2017 at 11:14 AM
- Sue LD said...
How fun with the sunglasses background and the pineapple flip flop.
- July 20, 2017 at 12:03 PM
- Kim G said...
What a great summer card! The sunglasses are just adorable... but my favorite is the flip flops with the cute bow!
- July 20, 2017 at 1:32 PM
- McStamper said...
Love your wonderful card. The background and pineapple with shades are perfect. Thanks for the great idea.
- July 20, 2017 at 2:02 PM
- quilt4fun2 said...
I love the sole of your flip flop and the cool card design. Such a clever idea and I like the sunglasses...too fun!
quilt 4 fun 2 at hot mail dot com
- July 20, 2017 at 2:30 PM
- keysha said...
OMG! I must have that flip flop die! I love it!!! ❤
- July 20, 2017 at 2:54 PM
- Denise Bryant said...
Love your tropical flip flop card! Darling creation for summer! Great colors and papers! Fun with the cute pineapple designs and sunglasses, and I love that sweet bow! Also a great fold on your card... love the way it opens!
- July 20, 2017 at 4:55 PM
- Nitasha said...
Pineapples, flip flops, and sunglasses!!!!! Yes!!!! Summer is my jam and your project just exudes summer vibes!!!
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Bit of a different image for "FingerPaintingFriday": watercolor and gouache, done with fingers and nails… but it's two different scanned finger paintings, combined in Photoshop, with one of them color-reversed. I thought the effect was pretty darn cool and worth sharing.
Aside: I'm ruining my nails using them for finger painting (despite enjoying the effects―I love lines). I think I'll be trying other ways to do it―including using gloves! So either you'll be seeing scratch-less finger paintings from me next time or I'll come up with different things for weekly prompts. Hm…
Enjoy your weekend, friends. 🙂
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Each week, Tom E. Curran, Phil Perry and Mike Giardi answer your Patriots questions in a joint mailbag, or FridayBag as they call it. Got a question for the trio? Tweet at them using the hashtag #FridayBag. Now, on to this week's submissions:
@MikeReiss @tomecurran @DougKyed have any of you asked Robert Kraft why he's not backing Jones on this? I'd like to see back him on this— bryan haynie (@haynie_bryan) November 17, 2017
TC: Hey Bryan,
No, I haven't asked directly but there are a few reasons Kraft wouldn't fall in line with Jones. First, by "on this" I'm not sure if you mean the compensation package or the Elliott investigation/suspension mess. Jones, of course, has been using the compensation package as a front to attack Goodell's competency in general which he now bemoans because A) Elliott got suspended and B) Jones assured everyone Elliott wouldn't be suspended. Kraft wouldn't support Jones on Elliott because the accusations against him revolve around violence against women. Even if some accusations seem conflated, unsubstantiated or have a whiff of retribution, Kraft isn't going to rally for Elliott on this. No upside to it. And if it's an over-the-top penalty levied by the league in an effort to "make up" for past domestic violence investigations the league's butchered, well, Kraft knows a thing or two about being on the receiving end of an agenda-laden punishment handed down by 345 Park Avenue. Kraft didn't exactly suck it up and take the punishment. In fact, his reaction in August of 2015 and the organization's continued effort to chastise the NFL with the Wells Report in Context website are in stark contrast to Kraft's May 2015 pledge to stand down on Deflategate for the good of the league. Kraft gave plenty of pushback. But he stopped short of putting Goodell on the spit because he believes it hurts the overall brand and he's more conciliator than divider. The feeling in Foxboro has been – and I'm sure continues to be – that the problem isn't Goodell but his minions. The league needs an enema.
@PhilAPerry @MikeGiardi @tomecurran Larry Fitgerald has a no-trade clause in his extension. How will the Pats aquire him now? Injury-release, outright release, Texas hold 'em, re-naming themselves the Arizona Cardinals? #FridayBag https://t.co/oCy9j24dbU— Rich Powell (@cultmojo) November 17, 2017
TC: Rich, they are running out of options. He is their White Whale. How hysterical would it be if – at the end of it all – he signs a one-day contract to retire as a Patriot? Gotta make this happen.
#FridayBag Do we see a heavy dose of Burkehead in an Edelamesque role over the middle going forward?— Mr.Quindazzi (@MrQuindazzi) November 16, 2017
TC: Great question, Q. Of all the guys running the option routes, Burkhead seems to be the most sudden in his cuts while also being able to gain quick and wide separation out of them. It's lateral quickness and explosiveness that makes Edelman a unique cover for any defense. All the wideouts are quick, but being able to disguise the route, set up the move and then – when making the cut – cover a lot of ground with the first steps is what sets Edelman apart as evidenced by his short-shuttle time. I agree with you.
@PhilAPerry Per the Slants podcast, the pats focused on the Broncos communication and substitution challenges. What are the Oakland weaknesses that the Pats focus on? What round do you draft Mayo in your Southie YMCA league? #FridayBag— Jeff Harrelson (@jharrelson11) November 17, 2017
PP: Jeff is a CHRONIC Quick Slants the Podcast listener, and we thank him for that. He's right in that the Patriots took advantage of Denver on a couple of occasions when they tried to substitute last weekend, and that's something they'll pounce on every week if they could. We highlighted just how good they've gotten at that whole operation here. When it comes to the Raiders, I think you'll see the Patriots exploit their linebackers in coverage as often as possible. (You'll remember, they did that against the Broncos, too.) Oakland is one of the worst teams in the league at defending tight ends and running backs in the passing game, and the Patriots will have no problem recycling their offensive game plan from Mile High for Mexico City.
Amazon was no help, defaulting to you here: has there been a book written about BB's leadership style and how it evolved into what it is today? A "BB Method" is you will.— MTN (@Lighthouse7MTN) November 17, 2017
PP: Mike, I'll mention the classics here even if you've already thumbed through them more than once: David Halberstam's The Education of a Coach and Michael Holley's Patriot Reign are both very good looks at Belichick and how he came to run his operation the way he does. But you already knew that. When it comes to one book specific to Belichick, specific to his leadership style? May have to wait on that one. For now, though, watch this. Good interview with CNBC's Suzy Welch from last offseason. Belichick discusses the tenants of his leadership style, the value of surrounding yourself with dependable people, and why he doesn't like social media (it's not just because he's 65). I'd also suggest this podcast that Belichick recorded with lacrosse buddy Paul Rabil. Interesting back-and-forth on why Belichick likes to keep the numbers on his coaching staff small, team culture, short-term focus and frequency of organizational meetings.
Will the reunited Bennett/Gronkowski duo help cure the red zone issues?— Riz (@riz_6) November 17, 2017
PP: It could, Riz. Precision is paramount in the red zone. Space is at a premium. Accuracy is critical. And having big targets who don't need all that much room to create room for themselves -- like Gronkowski, Bennett or Dwayne Allen, who scored while well-covered in Denver -- makes life that much easier.
Hey Phil. Great article on special teams. Seems that unit has become our most consistent group. In addition, the o-line and secondary have started to play solid ball. Where do you see our biggest weakness? (Marty took care of TE depth).— Rich Powell (@cultmojo) November 17, 2017
PP: Thanks, Rich. For anyone who hasn't seen that one, which lays out how Patriots players feel like they have an All-Star special-teams unit, here's the link. I'd say the biggest weakness is still what I thought it was back before the trade deadline: pass-rush. They'll try to scheme up what they can by disguising who's coming and who's dropping into coverage, but at some point, they'll need pass-rushers to win one-on-one battles and disrupt good quarterbacks. I think Trey Flowers can do that. I think Kyle Van Noy can do that from time to time. I think Deatrich Wise has shown he has the potential to do that. After that, I think the Patriots are lacking in that area. They'll need their secondary to be lock-down to help cover-up for any deficiencies they have up front.
Vamos a ver más bombas contra el secondario de los Raiders que los Broncos? Más bombas a Cooks? #Mexico #LosPatriots #CortesRapidos— Shimon Cohen, LCSW (@ShimonDCohen) November 17, 2017
PP: Bilingual Shimon checking in! I believe that says something about bombs to Cooks? Yep. That's in play. The Patriots really should be able to do what they want against this Raiders defense. Their secondary is in shambles as NBC Bay Area's Scott Blair told me on one of our podcasts this week. I still think the Patriots will turn to their backs in the passing game because I'm not sure they'll want to turn Khalil Mack loose on many Tom Brady seven-step drops. But there will be opportunities on all areas of the field -- short, intermediate and deep.
Is Gillislee a healthy scratch again or does he finally break a long run against the raiders?— Trevor Williams (@Clevertrevv) November 17, 2017
PP: Interesting question on Gillislee. Rex Burkhead and Dion Lewis did nothing the other night that would suggest they'll see their roles diminished in any way, but the injury to Matthew Slater could open up a game-day roster spot for the Patriots to activate five backs in Mexico. Even if Gillislee is active, though, I wouldn't expect a huge role for him so long as Lewis and Burkhead are healthy. Right now he looks like valuable insurance and a potential cold-weather hammer against teams that won't want to tackle a 219-pound back who runs hard.
R u seeing justice league this weekend ?— Shy Sullivan (@CheyenneSulli14) November 17, 2017
PP: Big two-year-old birthday party for my nephew on Saturday, Shy, so it's going to be more of a Mickey Mouse weekend for me. Then on Sunday, of course, we'll be working. You're going to want to watch Pregame Live, coming at you at 2:30 p.m. Then right after the game you'll have an epic Postgame Live and an equally-enjoyable Sports Sunday. See you then.
Why has James White's playing time been down the past few games? Are the coaches that high on Lewis or is this simply a game to game thing?— Jacob Moore (@jabo1331) November 16, 2017
MG: The Patriots have been more committed to running the football of late -- 32 rushes versus the Chargers and 26 against the Broncos in a game in which they lost a possession because of excellent special-teams work and had a short field on another. That commitment has revolved heavily around the two players that are running the ball the best right now: Dion Lewis and Rex Burkhead. James White is still a valuable piece and will have plenty of big moments from here until the end of the season, though I will tell you, he's still kicking himself for that missed blitz pickup of Justin Simmons down in the red zone Sunday night.
Who can return frim IR?— OFORILLYDAGOD (@Badseedz187) November 16, 2017
MG: They blew one of their two eligible to return spots on Shea McClellin, who appeared to be ready to return from those concussion symptoms but then had a setback in his final week of practice before he needed to be put on the active roster. That leaves two players for one spot (assuming both are healthy): DT Vincent Valentine or WR Malcolm Mitchell. The Pats' interior defensive line hasn't been as good as it needs to be, which leads me to think Valentine might be the play; however, depth has really been challenged at wide receiver, and by the end of Sunday's game in Denver, the Pats had just three healthy wideouts (Cooks, Amendola and Dorsett). Mitchell just began running a few weeks back, though, as he recovered from training camp knee surgery, so who knows how that's responded to date
Do you think they are priming Phillip Dorsett for a breakout moment game, or is just a sleeper?— mplspatsfan (@mplspatsfan1) November 16, 2017
MG: Negative, though don't take that as a bad thing. I think Dorsett has tremendous speed but is still learning the playbook and earning Tom Brady's trust. He may never have a breakout game this season but when he's on the field, opposing teams have to respect his ability to go vertical. That can open up stuff underneath or if they flood a zone. He still has a purpose and can be a useful player.
Hi Mike! Now that the Patriots are on the home stretch, do you think we'll see more of the running game, or will it be a matter of whatever the opponents defense gives them? Breath easy, bud.— Pete🇺🇸🇺🇸 (@usafss74) November 16, 2017
MG: Pete! I worked out and was so wobbled at the knees I thought I was having the big one (Elizabeth), but a gallon of water cured what ailed me at this high altitude. Anyway, I think you're already seeing a greater commitment to the run game. The offensive line is blocking it up better, they're controlling down and distance, and it's allowed the play-action pass game to thrive (see the 26-yarder to Gronk versus Denver). Belichick said Tuesday they'll do whatever they have to do to win, but right now, the steady balance is keeping Brady upright and putting opposing defenses in a quandary.
Not a lot of Gillislee chatter this week, what was the "healthy scratch" reasoning last week? And is there something internal going on with him that nobody knows about? #Imback— Todd Landry (@tjland99) November 16, 2017
MG: Landry, I knew you couldn't quit me . . . Look, I don't have any Gilislee theories right now, nor have I heard anything on the rumor mill. What I think is that Lewis and Burkhead are just running it better, so why waste a roster spot on Gillislee if he's just going to get a handful of plays or touches? I wouldn't say he's going to be married to the pine the rest of the way. Hell, we know about Lewis and Burkhead's injury histories, but I wouldn't be surprised if he is in street clothes again Sunday.
John Lynch says there's no rush to play your boy Jimmy. So why the heck did he trade for him?— Dave Green (@DavidMGreen) November 16, 2017
MG: John Lynch is saying stupid things. Jimmy is the big dog and Lynch knows it. And if he keeps up with this nonsense, I may have to make a pit stop in San Fran and set him straight. #FreeJimmyG


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Consolidated Y-o-Y Growth
- Revenue 50%
- Profit After Tax 12%
Mumbai, February 09, 2018: Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation Ltd (DFPCL) today announced its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2017 (Q3 FY18).
On a standalone basis, total income of the Company for the quarter stood at Rs. 944.39 crores, PBT stood at Rs. 37.17 crores and PAT was Rs. 26.19 crores. Since the restructuring came into effect on 01.05.2017 in the current financial year, results are not comparable with the same quarter of previous year.
On consolidated basis, the total income of the Company grew by 50%, from Rs. 1102.90 crores in Q3 FY17 to Rs. 1651.56 crores in Q3 FY18. PBT recorded a marginal dip of 5%, from Rs. 81.10 crores in Q3 FY17 to Rs. 77.10 crores in Q3 FY18, while PAT recorded a growth of 12% from Rs. 51.63 crores in Q3 FY17 to Rs. 57.58 crores in Q3 FY18. Higher raw material cost in Q3, especially ammonia which increased by around 40% on YoY basis, impacted the profitability.
On a consolidated basis, chemicals segment reported revenues of Rs. 1191.61 crores in Q3 FY18 as compared to Rs. 921.32 crores in Q3 FY17, and segment profit stood at Rs. 160.65 crores in Q3 FY18 as compared to Rs. 164.00 crores in Q3 FY17. Strategic trading activities continued to contribute to the topline growth of Industrial Chemicals segment. Manufactured products reported growth in volumes, however, reported revenue in Q3 FY18 dipped marginally by 3% as compared to Q3 FY17 due to exclusion of GST from the revenue while comparative figures included excise duty. Based on improved demand coupled with aggressive marketing strategy, in Q3 FY18, Technical Ammonium Nitrate (TAN) crossed 100,000 metric tonnes in a quarter for the first time and recorded highest ever volumes with ~92% capacity utilization.
In Fertilizer segment, the NPK production from the newly commissioned NPK plant is stabilizing rapidly and the market is responding positively on the new manufactured grades. Capacity utilization of the new plant was as per expectation and during the quarter capacity utilization was ~81%, resulting in a significant 96% growth in revenues for the quarter as compared to same quarter FY17. Fertilizer segment reported revenues of Rs. 449.03 crores in Q3 FY18 as compared to Rs. 229.50 crores in Q3 FY17, segment profit stood at Rs. 9.89 crores in Q3 FY18 as compared to a loss of Rs. 1.66 crores Q3 FY17. As the trading of bulk fertilizers was being done mainly to seed the market, post the commissioning of the new NPK plant, trading activities have been gradually retracted and the market demands would be catered by manufactured products.
Mr. Sailesh C. Mehta, Chairman & Managing Director – DFPCL mentioned, "Pro-farmer and pro-infrastructure initiatives announced by the Hon'ble Finance Minister Shri Arun Jaitleyji during the Union Budget is encouraging for your Company and we are confident that once these are implemented, they would further enhance your Company's growth and performance.
Higher capacity utilization and increase in volumes were the main drivers for the quarter, though in the near terms we witness rise in the price of commodities, especially our key raw materials like ammonia, phos acid and natural gas. This is largely a cyclic effect and we expect these to start lowering going forward.
Demand for chemicals is positive and over the past couple of quarters has led to higher volumes in traded chemicals, especially IPA.
On the ongoing projects update, progress of the Dahej Nitric Acid plant is as per plan and is scheduled to be commissioned in H2 FY19.
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We are often asked why we dance. I could ask you why you breath, walk, swallow. For dancers, it is just a natural part of life. I do it because it completes me.
Why we get into dance is often a better inquiry or at least makes for a more interesting story. I wanted to step into a different social network. Where I started, it was the biggest activity club available so it seemed like a good place to make new friends in this new life that I newly stepped into. I enjoyed watching dancing when it was incorporated into movies, in specials on CBC, and in live productions. It made me dream of the freedom I witnessed in the dancers before me. In the club I joined, the first class I took had me hooked. There was this feeling in my body that was unlike anything I had experienced before. I was high for the whole evening following and barely sleep that night. My brain kept going through the motions and my body kept feeling that sense of exhilaration. Every class, this pattern of unrest continued.
From there, it just took off. The more I studied, the more I wanted to know. The more people I met who shared this common interest, the more I had a sense of belonging. A sense I had not had in the past. In my past, I had not experienced much stability. Not with my parents, not with my living situation, not with my goals. I had always felt like I was tiptoeing above the earth, but never putting down roots. Being part of this group of dancers that really were addicted to this activity, I had a social group I could go out with during the week and weekend and have a blast. I still have no other outlet in my life that could replace that.
I have heard that dancers are born. I do believe this. Many a kid has been dragged kicking and screaming to a class and never liked a moment of it. Others have danced around their life for as long as they could walk and never had a formal dance class. Then there are the adults like me who discovered dance past when most do and fall head over heels in love with it. It eventually becomes that they can't imagine a day without at least thinking about dance. Adults who find dance get a choice in the matter. They didn't start because a parent forced them. They started because they made a choice and now they have a fuller life because of it. How lucky are we to dance?


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Columbus School for Girls One Laptop Per Child Service Learning Course
About this Project
Meet the Team
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Efforts at Columbus School for Girls expand to other projects. Here are some of the other things that CSG students engage in.
Curriculum Projects
All students contribute to a growing library of teaching and learning resources. These can be found at
All resources are developed with Creative Commons licensing in mind. They are all free to use. Please use and distribute widely. Lessons so far include:
Basic Art (13 lessons, all ages)
Careers (18 lessons, ages 10-14)
Cholera (6 lessons, ages 8-12)
HIV/AIDS (7 lessons, ages 5-7, Does not cover sexual transmission)
Malaria (10 lessons, ages 8-13)
Math Basics (5 lessons, ages 4-7)
Music Basics (8 lessons, all ages)
Music Theory and Notation (9 lessons, all ages)
Puberty for Girls (8 lessons, girls aged 9-15)
Sanitation (10 lessons, ages 7-11)
Various teaching aids for teaching Etoys.
Etoys lesson "challenges" useful in teaching Etoys.
Technology for Ghana
Katie Henderson, class of 2016, visited three schools in Ghana during the summer of 2015. Check out her blog to learn more.
iew Katie's manual for installing "Internet in a Box".
CSG Partnership with
Akili Preparatory School
in the Obunga slums of Kenya.
CSG students have an ongoing partnership with Akili Prep School in the slums of Kenya, developing curricula for the students there. Check our blog for updates on details as this project gets underway.
One Dream, One Hundred Laptops - Laptops for Egypt
Sarah Naguib is a CSG graduate, class of 2013. She developed and supports a Laptops for Egypt program in partnership with Hands Along the Nile for the "Abaleen" communities in Egypt. During her junior and senior years at CSG, she raised $30,000 to purchase 100 laptops to send to two schools in Egypt. Check out her blog to learn more:
Sarah was featured on the local NBC news on September 16th, 2012, and again on December 20, 2012.
On October 3rd, Sarah gave a presentation at a TEDx Youth conference here in Columbus.
On November 13th, Sarah was profiled in "Go Girl Magazine."
CSG After Hours Program
For two years now, older CSG students teach elementary school students how to use Etoys and the XO in a weekly after hours program. This is the first time that CSG has had students teaching students. Teaching is an option for those high school girls who have already completed one year of the coursework.
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VFD gives brands the opportunity to capitalize on the booming popularity of electronic music. EDM festival marketing will be on display at EDC next week. If you haven't had a chance to go there, it's definitely a festival not to miss. They have great venues, great production values and a great range of DJ's.


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The All-Electric 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Is a Game Changer
You might not have heard, but GM has been hard at work on an all-new, all-electric hatchback—the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt. Giving drivers up to 200 miles of drive range and 200 hp, this new model electric vehicle lets you go gas-free while also connecting you to some of the most exciting cabin tech in the industry. Take a closer look at what this hatchback EV will have to offer when it hits the market later this year.
Powertrain Specs
What sets the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt apart from the competition is its electric motor, which gets its power from a powerful 60kWh lithium-ion battery pack. This isn't your typical all-electric model, though, because the total output on this hatchback is a confident 200 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque. That's enough power to reach a max speed of 91 mph and motivate the Bolt from 0 to 60 mph in less than seven seconds.
Charging and Drive Range
The Chevrolet Bolt is an all-electric vehicle, which means you won't ever have to spend money on gas again as long as you're driving this car. The electric motor does have to be charged, though, and you can do that via this model's 7.2 kW charger. When plugged into a 240-volt outlet, this charger can add around 50 miles of driving range in under two hours. If you opt for more high-speed connection, you can get up to 90 miles in only 30 minutes. A fully charged Bolt has a total driving range of 200 miles, which is plenty of mileage for most day trips.
Cabin Features
This four-door car has seating for up to five passengers, which is great for a family ride—especially when you factor in the extra storage space from the hatchback design. Add to that some high-end tech features, and you're set up for plenty of comfort, entertainment, and safety. The Chevy MyLink touchscreen interface offers smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The OnStar telematics system keeps you safe thanks to its emergency roadside assistance, automatic crash notification, and stolen vehicle assistance. Also attached to OnStar is a 4G LTE Wi-Fi connection that allows up to seven devices to connect to the Internet at one time. Topping it off is a suite of advanced driver assist safety features, including lane departure warning, rear cross traffic alert, and forward collision warning.
How Does a Rotary Engine Work?
While the traditional piston engine remains the overwhelming favorite among performance combustion engines, there are a lot of auto enthusiasts out there who continue to be excited about the unique characteristics of the rotary engine. While you won't find many vehicles motivated by the power of a rotary engine on the road today, there remain plenty of motivated enthusiasts who continue to tout the robust sound, commanding performance, and unusual engineering of the rotary engine. Find out how the rotary engine works, and discover some of the popular models fitted with the rotary engine.
How It Works
Like the engine under most car hoods today, the rotary engine is an internal combustion engine that works by channeling energy that is released when fuel is ignited. However, the design of the rotary engine is totally different from a traditional piston engine. Originally designed by German engineer Felix Wankel, the rotary engine utilizes a triangular rotor design that spins in a loop with a fuel and air intake system through a single engine compartment, from which it compresses and channels power. Unlike a conventional piston engine, the rotary engine works by rotating the cylinders around a single, fully integrated and unified system. One of the big benefits of this system is that because it works on a less complicated and more centralized system, there are less parts, less chance of breakdown, and easier and more affordable maintenance. Unfortunately, their powerful output and unique growling sound has the downside of generally poor fuel economy.
Vehicles with Rotary Engines
It's been a long time since most auto manufacturers have designed a vehicle fitted with a rotary engine. However, Mazda has continued to tout the strength and value of these engines, and they've produced a model with a rotary engine as recently as the 2011 Mazda RX-8. While the Mazda rotary engine is not currently in production, there has been talk and rumors in recent years that they could be working on a newer version of the rotary engine that utilizes Mazda SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY to help improve this engine's fuel economy prospects while delivering the throaty sound and gutsy performance of a genuine rotary engine.
The Honda Accord Hybrid Returns After a Year Off, More Efficient and Powerful
The 2015 Honda Accord was one of the most efficient cars on the road when it debuted, touting an EPA-estimated 50 mpg city fuel economy that made the sedans next-to-impossible to get ahold of in most areas. While Honda underestimated the demand in the past, they look to be a bit more prepared after taking a model year off, and the 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid even has a better fuel economy to boot.
Honda's Efficient Family Sedan
We mentioned how efficient the old Accord Hybrid was, and if you were just to glance at the new fuel economy specs, you might think it took a small hit on efficiency.
- The 2017 Accord Hybrid is rated at an EPA-estimated 49 mpg city, 47 mpg highway, and 48 mpg combined, which makes it a best-in-class fuel economy rating.
- The 2015 Hybrid, however, was listed at EPA-estimated 50 mpg in the city and 45 mpg on the highway for 47 mpg combined.
Now, even with these ratings the 2017 model comes out ahead by an inch, but the EPA instituted new fuel economy estimating rules that would put the 2015 model closer to 48 city, 45 highway, and 47 combined mpg. So the inch becomes a few inches and the Accord Hybrid becomes even more efficient than it looked at first glance.
As far as power is concerned, the upgraded engine received a boost of 16 hp over the 2015 model for a combined system output of 212 hp, the highest of any midsize hybrid sedan.
The Latest Features
As with any new Honda, this vehicle is decked out with some of the latest in connectivity and safety features, with Honda Sensing accident prevention technology coming standard on each model. Features like satellite-linked navigation, 7-inch Display Audio with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, heated front and rear seating, and more make this one of the most elegant and luxurious sedans in addition to being so remarkably fuel efficient.
Learn More at For Car Fans
As car fans, we have some team members who love hybrids and some who are a bit lukewarm here at For Car Fans, but we think that there's something for everyone in the 2017 Honda Accord, and drivers should reach out to their local Honda dealership to find out when they can take one for a test drive.
Hot Details About the Long-Awaited 2017 Acura NSX
The highly anticipated 2017 Acura NSX has finally made its debut, giving the motoring world the follow-up it's been waiting for to one of the most significant sports cars of the 1990s.
This second-generation supercar comes to the road powered by a twin-turbocharged DOHC V6 engine that produces a dynamite 500 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque, and this baby's top track speed is approximately 191 mph.
Way Outside the Box
In terms of its looks and powertrain, the new NSX is certainly not your typical vehicle.
In addition to the powerhouse twin-turbo engine, Honda has additionally added three electric motors—one on the engine and two on the front axle. These four power sources offer up a total system output of 573 hp and 476 lb-ft of torque.
This four-motor hybrid system is combined with electronic all-wheel drive and a 9-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Essentially, the new NSX offers up double the power of the original model.
Made in America
The new NSX models will be produced quite gradually. Once production is in full swing, Honda will build just eight of these models each day.
The next-generation NSX cars will be constructed at Honda's Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio. This facility boasts eight MIG welding robots—which is good, as the NSX chassis alone requires between 850 and 900 welds.
NSX production will also gobble up 4 gallons of paint per car, which will be applied in 11 layers over the body of each NSX.
According to Honda's official website for the NSX, available exterior paint colors will include:
- Curva Red
- Berlina Black
- 130R White
- Source Silver Metallic
- Casino White Pearl
- Nord Gray Metallic
- Valencia Red Pearl
- Nouvelle Blue Pearl
When assembly concludes on a new NSX model, the final step is placing the car on a four-post shaker rig for 20 minutes, which simulates various road surfaces, after which the car is put through a "monsoon test," exposing it to twice the highest rainfall amount to be recorded during a hurricane.
During Honda's decade-long development of this new supercar, more than 250 prototypes were built in all—all of which are scheduled to be destroyed, save some models being saved for display.
Our 2016 Chevy Corvette Z06 Performance Review
At For Car Fans, we know that many of our readers have a love of high-performance vehicles, which is why we know you're as excited as we are to talk about the Corvette Z06. When it comes to cars, there are few that can dream of comparing to a Corvette, and the 2016 Chevy Corvette Z06 performance specs now have the supercars of the world in their crosshairs. Priced at just $79,400 (MSRP), the 2016 Corvette Z06 is more powerful and more fun to drive than cars that cost two or three times as much, and it's due to the combination of the supercharged aluminum V8 engine and the sport-tuned engineering. Let's take a look at the specs of the Z06. Rest assured, you'll want to get behind the wheel for yourself, but this is a good start.
Performance Specs
- Under the Hood – Each of the 2016 Corvette Z06 models is powered by a naturally aspirated supercharged 6.2L V8 engine with 650 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque.
- Transmission – Go old school with a 7-speed stick-shift manual transmission or embrace the latest in auto tech with an advanced 8-speed automatic transmission that gets the most out of the supercharged engine.
- Suspension – Standard Magnetic Ride technology adapts every 10 to 15 milliseconds to adjust for current driving conditions and ensure a smooth ride.
- Aero Package – The standard Z06 aero package comes with a unique carbon fiber hood, a new front splitter, a unique rear spoiler for improved downforce over the normal Corvette, and spats around the front wheel openings.
- Performance Data Recorder – Show off your fiercest maneuvers with the built-in performance data recorder, logging video and real-time performance data as you drive.
These features are just a few that allow the Z06 to leave hotrods and sports cars in the past and go toe-to-toe with the best supercars in the world.
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Be sure to bookmark our blog and check back regularly for news by car fans and for car fans. For the full details of the 2016 Corvette Z06 or to see it in action, visit a Chevy dealer near you.
Ready, Set, Cruze: 2017 Chevy Cruze Hatchback Revs into the New Model Year
Chevrolet officially unveiled its new 2017 Chevy Cruze Hatchback at the recent North American International Auto Show in Detroit, and this highly anticipated new vehicle is set to hit dealerships in the fall of 2016.
The Cruze currently reigns as Chevrolet's best-selling car worldwide, and a forthcoming hatchback version has fans smiling.
Everything Cruze Drivers Love and More
The Cruze Hatchback gives drivers a practical, sporty option among the members of the Cruze family, still retaining the technologies and driving features consumers have enjoyed in the 2016 Cruze sedan.
The Hatchback features the same class-leading, 106.3-inch wheelbase that is found in the Cruze sedan models, adding a unique roof and rear-end structure that includes wraparound taillamps and an integrated spoiler at the top of the liftgate.
The Cruze Hatchback does not disappoint in the realm of roominess, offering 22.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and 47.2 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.
You Want It, Cruze Has It
The 2017 Cruze Hatchback lineup will include LT and Premier trims as well as an RS package.
The Hatchback offers a more rigid architecture that is more than 200 pounds lighter than the previous-generation Cruze model, serving as a dynamic driving basis and also enhancing safety and efficiency.
Impressive features found on the Cruze Hatch will include:
- More standard safety features than can be found in any compact car, including available Lane Keep Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Side Blind Zone Alert, and Rear Park Assist
- Segment-exclusive Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility via MyLink radio systems the and available 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hotspot
- Standard 1.4L turbo engine with direct injection and stop/start technologies, electric power steering, and a Z-link rear suspension (Premier models)
- Midsize-level interior spaciousness
- Available Teen Driver technology, which promotes safe teen driving habits and informs parents about their teenagers' performance behind the wheel
- Available Athens leather seating surfaces
- Available heated front and rear seats
- Available heated steering wheel
- Available halogen projector-beam headlamps with LED lighting
Great Expectations
As drivers wait excitedly for the new Cruze Hatchback to hit dealerships in fall 2016, they can keep busy in the meantime by exploring and test driving the impressive, currently available 2016 Chevy Cruze models.
As the old saying goes, "Time flies," and fall and the new Cruze Hatchback will be here before you know it!
Fuel-Efficient Wagons: the 2013 Kia Soul vs. the 2013 Subaru Impreza Wagon
Today we are looking at two gas-powered wagons: the 2013 Kia Soul and the 2013 Subaru Impreza Wagon.
2013 Kia Soul
The Kia Soul offers a unique take on the wagon with sharp lines that make it look like something out of the future. In terms of fuel economy, the vehicle is rated at 25 mpg city and 30 mpg highway thanks to a 1.6L four-cylinder engine producing 138 hp and 123 lb-ft of torque. A more powerful four-cylinder engine is available at higher trims, but fuel economy goes down a tad.
Besides its fuel efficiency, the vehicle's draw is its low starting price of $15,175. Despite its low price, it comes standard with Bluetooth, satellite radio, and iPod connectivity. Kia clearly has consumers in mind when they built this.
2013 Subaru Impreza Wagon
The 2013 Subaru Impreza Wagon, available at Subaru South Orlando has a higher starting price at $19,165, but does have some advantages over the Kia Soul. First is a higher-powered 2.0L four-cylinder, producing 148 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque. It too gets 25 mpg city, but has a better 33 mpg highway rating. The Subaru wagon also comes standard with all-wheel drive, making it a great choice for people who live in areas with lots of snow. Both vehicles have about the same cargo space and many features, though the Subaru doesn't come with standard Bluetooth connectivity.
Bottom Line
While our last wagon competition was a clear winner, this one is a bit tougher. If cost is your biggest immediate concern, then you'll be pleased with the Kia Soul. It's affordable, stylish, and doesn't penalize you for its lower cost by skipping on features. On the other hand, drivers interested in fuel economy and performance will want the Subaru Impreza. It's got more power and many people, myself included, would have a hard time turning away from standard all-wheel drive. If you can't make up your mind, the easiest way to make a decision is to take both out for a test drive.
Ready for the World's First Brain-Powered Car?
The age of tomorrow is here, it seems.
Futuristic automotive innovations may no longer be the stuff of science fiction. With inventions like self-driving vehicles already on the horizon from companies like Toyota, Nissan, and Tesla, other sci-fi-esque vehicle technology may be right around the corner, too.
From Gas-Powered to Brain-Powered
No, it isn't a 1960s episode of The Jetsons. This is 2015, and the reality of a vehicle that is powered directly by a person's brain may be much closer than we think.
A prototype of an automobile that is controlled by the brain signals of its driver has reportedly been developed by a team at Nankai University in China. The development team members are innovating technology that utilizes brain signals to make a vehicle stop, move forward and backward, and lock and unlock.
The project began due to a desire to enable physically handicapped people to drive. With the right technology, those who can't operate an automobile with their arms, legs, hands, and feet could, with the existence of a brain-powered vehicle, roll out on the highway under the power of their minds.
How It Works
A member of the research team for the project reports that headgear worn by the driver is made up of 16 electroencephalogram sensors that perceive brain activity. Once brain signals are sent out, a computer then analyzes and interprets those signals, translating them into the appropriate commands for the vehicle.
The Future of Automobiles
The automotive industry is abuzz with innovation these days, with smart vehicles on the horizon from Google within the next five years and self-driving automobiles slated to show up from Toyota and Nissan by 2020.
The brain-powering technology from the team at Nankai University is most definitely still in the development stages. At this point, the test cars from Great Wall Motors can only drive in a straight line at the brain's behest.
At present, no plans are in effect to manufacture this technology and make it available to the masses. But, down the road, brain-powered cars just might become the next big thing in the automotive world.
Bid Them Adieu: 10 Vehicles That Have Been Discontinued for 2016
Whether they vanish due to lack of consumer interest, disappear due to changing trends, or are whisked away to be revamped and renamed, discontinued vehicles are a reality of the ever-fickle automotive world.
For some vehicles, being discontinued is the end of the line; for others, it's merely a hiatus, allowing dealers to offload surplus inventory while the model is refreshed to return the following year.
Be Gone With You
For 2016, the following 10 vehicles will be doing a vanishing act for one reason or another:
- Toyota Venza: Toyota's crossover version of the popular Camry didn't hit the mark with drivers, with sales figures falling well behind its cousin the Highlander. For that reason, this midsize wagon will not be making an appearance in 2016.
- Scion xB: Drivers can say sayonara to this Scion model, which has been bumped in favor of the new iM four-door hatchback that will debut in 2016.
- Scion IQ: Another Scion bites the dust in 2016. The intelligence quotient of this microcar apparently did not add up for car buyers, and Scion is pulling its plug in the new model year.
- Nissan Xterra: After 15 years and more than 750,000 models sold, Nissan's truck-based sport utility vehicle has been bumped from the roster due to consumer migration toward compact crossover SUVs.
- MINI Cooper Coupe and Roadster: Some underdog MINI models are getting the ax in 2016, beginning with the MINI Cooper Coupe and MINI Cooper Roadster.
- Land Rover LR2: A newer, younger model—the Discovery Sport—is replacing this compact SUV, offering a family-friendly third seat the LR2 didn't have. C'est la vie.
- Jaguar XK: Following in the tire treads of the former Jaguar XKE, the XK will get the boot in 2016.
- Acura Infiniti Q40: With consumers gravitating toward the Q50, the Infiniti Q40 compact sedan—which has already been through the makeover process, having transformed from its former G37 identity to its current incarnation—will shuffle off the automotive coil in 2016, with the Q30 model taking its place.
- Honda Crosstour: American consumers never quite warmed to this wagon-esque rendition of the popular Accord. For that reason, Honda Crosstour, you have been chopped.
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Facebooks yearly Hacker Cup started last weekend with its qualifying round running through the weekend… 3 questions, nothing TOO complicated, solve one and you're in for round 1 which is February 2nd. I managed to squeeze my way into the 1st round by solving only the 1st question… unfortunately I didn't read the instructions and downloaded the test file for the 2nd question which then triggered a timer of 6 minutes to submit the source code and answers… and I had neither… The third question was a pain, didn't bother with it too much (2 tests to study for). So here's the 1st question AND my code for it… I actually ranked 6915 out of 10169… lol.
Question 1: Beautiful Strings
When John was a little kid he didn't have much to do. There was no internet, no Facebook, and no programs to hack on. So he did the only thing he could… he evaluated the beauty of strings in a quest to discover the most beautiful string in the world.
Given a string s, little Johnny defined the beauty of the string as the sum of the beauty of the letters in it.
The beauty of each letter is an integer between 1 and 26, inclusive, and no two letters have the same beauty. Johnny doesn't care about whether letters are uppercase or lowercase, so that doesn't affect the beauty of a letter. (Uppercase 'F' is exactly as beautiful as lowercase 'f', for example.)
You're a student writing a report on the youth of this famous hacker. You found the string that Johnny considered most beautiful. What is the maximum possible beauty of this string?
The input file consists of a single integer m followed by m lines.
Your output should consist of, for each test case, a line containing the string "Case #x: y" where x is the case number (with 1 being the first case in the input file, 2 being the second, etc.) and y is the maximum beauty for that test case.
Example Input:5 ABbCcc Good luck in the Facebook Hacker Cup this year! Ignore punctuation, please :) Sometimes test cases are hard to make up. So I just go consult Professor Dalves
Example Output:Case #1: 152 Case #2: 754 Case #3: 491 Case #4: 729 Case #5: 646
My solution… again, can be cleaned up, save a couple of lines… but meh.
import java.util.Scanner;
public class BeautifulStrings {
public static void main(String args[]) {
Scanner scn = new Scanner(System.in);
final int[] chars = new int[26];
int tempMax = 0;
int tempMaxIndex = 0;
int finalAnswer = 0;
final int cases = Integer.parseInt(scn.nextLine());
for (int i = 0; i <= cases; i++) {
int HighestValueAvailable = 26;
final String tempS = scn.nextLine().toLowerCase(); //temporary string converted into lower case only
final char[] temp = tempS.toCharArray();
for (int j = 0; j < tempS.length(); j++) {
final int currentChar = (int) temp[j];
if (currentChar >= 97 && currentChar <= 122) { // ensure the characters are letters.
chars[currentChar - 97]++;
for (int a = 0; a < tempS.length(); a++) {
for (int b = 0; b < chars.length; b++) {
if (chars[b] > tempMax) { // find the number that re-appears the most.
tempMax = chars[b]; //keep the value, and index of the value.
tempMaxIndex = b;
finalAnswer = finalAnswer + (HighestValueAvailable * tempMax); // calculate answer and restart variables.
chars[tempMaxIndex] = 0;
tempMax = 0;
System.out.printf("Case #%d: %dn", i + 1, finalAnswer);
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Thu, 10 May 2007
"Sneakin is Fun!" - Boo
"Doing good for others is a prize you can't replace" - Reward Challenge
"Not that I'm a snake or nothin" - Dreamz
"I have bad vibes." - Yau-Man
Here is the tribe after episode 13.
Jo Ann and I think Boo will be the next to go.
Who's your pick for the next one to get voted out? Will Dreamz really honor the deal?
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The intro song this week is dedicated to Yau-Man and Dreamz. Yau-Man made a deal with the biggest double crosser playing the game. Dreamz may have just sealed his fate and helped everyone decide when to vote him out. The outro is dedicated to Boo the waterhole sneak, Stacy for telegraphing the vote, and Cassandra for pitching in with Dreamz. Here's a link to the artists in case you want to learn more about them.
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Fresh Spring Rolls with Pork, Mango, and Mesclun
Essential to this recipe is the peanut sauce, which is quick to make and gives a sweet and spicy flavor.
How to Make It
Boil 5 cups water. Pour 2 cups over noodles in a bowl. Let sit until softened, 5 minutes, then drain and snip with scissors into 3-in. lengths.
Pour 1/2 cup hot water into a pie plate. Working with 1 wrapper at a time, dip into hot water to soften just until flexible, about 20 seconds; then lay on a flat work surface.
Put 2 mango slices in center of each wrapper, followed by a small handful of noodles, 2 pork slices, and a handful of lettuce leaves with stem ends pointing toward middle of wrapper. Roll tightly into a log, leaving ends open to expose lettuce tips. Cut in half crosswise. Repeat with remaining wrappers and fillings, replacing hot water as needed to soften wrappers.
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You may think the news has been somewhat depressing of late. I would agree. You may think this will not change, and little can be done to restore optimism. I would disagree. For in Little Rock, Arkansas, USA, something wonderful has occurred.
Possibly you've heard of Fred Phelps. He can be described, without fear of recrimination, as a scumbag. He's the guy who pickets funerals because homosexuality is a sin against God. Last Wednesday he was protesting the National Conference of Editorial Writers – nobody really knows why – with his usual hateful spiel. This happens so often that it's barely newsworthy, but it's still upsetting to anybody involved. But wait.
Last Friday, you say? Wasn't there something else going on last Friday? Some kind of worldwide celebration of…Hey, wouldn't it be great if…
Fred Phelps and his gang of nutters were driven away by a gang of pirates. I am not joking.
Arkansas Pastafarian Pirates staged a counter-protest across the road, dressed in full nautical gear and holding signs indicating Leviticus' objections to shrimp and cotton-polyester blends, and the Phelps gang gave up.
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