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India is now entering the 'Third Age of Connectivity'; it is being driven by technology and commercial developments, but the ultimate beneficiaries will be India's consumers who will enjoy more choice and bargaining power than ever before. The humble network – cables, infrastructure – is at the heart of this shift, which will have profound impacts in Indian society from family life to the workplace. Let me explain . . .
The First Age of Connectivity was characterised by limited services such as television, radio and telephone, delivered in a highly-regulated monopolistic (or near monopolistic) environment. Consumer choice was virtually non-existent, suppliers controlled everything from service delivery to pricing. According to the World Bank, the number of fixed telephone lines per 100 Indians remained below 0.5 until the 1990s; a perfect metaphor for the First Age of Connectivity.
This age defined both our working and our home lives; the former was typically hierarchical, content was created in the typing pool, access was controlled through secretaries and physical office separations. The latter was characterised by television as a 'collective' activity; families gathering around the TV at a predefined hour to watch the news or a soap opera. The soap opera format was – in fact – originally designed to sell just that; commercials aired at regular intervals at fixed times during the day, guaranteed to capture the desired audience.
The 'Second Age of Connectivity' was heralded by the arrival of competition and – most importantly – the personal computer and cable services. The former transformed the workplace, signalling the death of the typing pool and much of the hierarchy that accompanied it; the emergence of the 'open plan' office, a PC on every desk, and a workforce able to create and exchange content directly with whom they pleased are defining elements of the Second Age of Connectivity.
Within the home, cable services introduced the concept of choice and premium services direct to the consumer for the first time. Since the 1970s, enterprising individuals in apartment blocks where offering Hindi and English movies, as well as pirated western comedies, music and game shows, predominately to the major metros and towns and the upper crust of society. CNN and the first Gulf war changed all that, sparking a demand for satellite dishes; by 1994 over 30 million Indian homes possessed some form of cable/satellite connection.
Today, technology, a progressive regulatory environment, economics and social changes are combining to provide more choice and competition than ever before; welcome to the Third Age of Connectivity! The Internet of things (IoT), mobility, Over the Top (OTT) services, smart homes and cities are all the result of these changes and typify the benefits of the Third Age of Connectivity.
As with previous ages, the effects are palpable across both the workplace and home. The latter is reflected by flexible/multi-location working; according to research from Regus almost 80% of companies globally and in India offer flexible working options to their employees – either in terms of hours or location. But the benefits extend beyond staff productivity and flexibility; according to research from SnapDeal/KPMG85% of Indian SMEs who adopted e-commerce believe that it is a cost effective medium to grow sales, Indian SMEs using internet for business saw 51% higher revenues and 49% more profit, and 73% SMEs felt that ecommerce enabled them to understand their markets better.
Within the home, the new dynamic of The Third Age of Connectivity are even more apparent; according to the FICCI-KPMG Report 2017, India's internet consumption via mobile phones is projected to double to 30% in the next five years from 15% now. Mobile video traffic is set to grow 11.5 times in the next five years at a compounded annual growth rate of 63%. What's more, the number of video-capable devices and connections in India will grow 2.2 times in the next five years, crossing 800 million in number!
From a networking perspective, the Third Age of Connectivity is distinct in a number of ways; first, content is personalised – the act of organising your (or your family's life) around the TV schedule is over – you can watch what you want, when and on whatever device. Second, reflecting the same, consumers expect an identical or equivalent experience regardless of their device or location, whether they are in front of their television at home, or on their iPad at an airport. Third, for the first time, content is no longer unidirectional, broadcast; it is bi-directional and beyond. Consumers can respond to programming directly as well as with other members of the audience.
Finally, big data is fuelling the shift to the volume and nature of information being exchanged is increasingly large and increasingly personal.
The implications for network and infrastructure are as clear as the opportunities. The delivery of high bandwidth, scalable networks which are competitively priced and secure. Today's consumers have never had more choice in terms of device, network and platform; whether they are securing their home from another location or downloading their favourite series, their expectations in terms of service levels, device compatibility, and security have never been higher.
Family gatherings in front of the television may be becoming obsolete, but they are being replaced by alternatives that are equally compelling and meaningful. The Third Age of Connectivity represents a wonderful moment for India's consumers.
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Technologies for an impressive performance in the fast lane.
Inspiration, perfectionism, and striving for success are the driving forces for the Fischer development team. New in the 15/16 line: Speedmax with the revolutionary winning technology Cold Base Bonding enters the second round an is now available in a greater variety of models. The new Precision Pairing System ensures accurate ski selection and optimized pairing through double and thus even more precise measuring of the skis. The finishing touch now comes from Finish First: the term that covers and unites all the individual technological steps in the course of the final treatment of the base.
Cold Base Bonding
The unique technological process which avoids the combination of heat and pressure when the base is applied. With this approach the homogeneity of the molecular structures is retained and the individual pores of the base remain intact in their original form. This achieves previously unattained wax absorption and considerably enhanced grinding qualities. Furthermore, different reaction to changes in temperature of the material used for the ski body and base are efficiently absorbed. For perfect performance at all times - regardless of changes in temperature.
Finish First
The term that unites the individual technological steps in the course of the final treatment of the base: starting with the basic grinding and then the structural grinding to prewaxed. The fully optimized finishing process consists of many components which have a common goal: optimizing the speed of the skis. This is achieved through the minimization of the thermal stresses of the base in the course of the different CNC controlled grinding and structure processes. Finish First: everything that makes the ski fast!
Precision Pairing System
The next generation in ski pairing: fully automatic dynamic measuring of a multitude of pairing criteria means that ski properties are documented even greater pairing criteria means that ski properties are documented with even greater precision. This exact technical data means optimum, computer-controlled pairing. The new Precision Pairing System thus ensures accurate ski pairing and consequently optimum ski choice.
The racing ski with groundbreaking technology: Cold Base Bonding provides maximum speed. Plus for old snow over -5°C on a compact to soft snow surface, Cold for new fallen snow under -2°C.
Fischer Speedmax Classic Cold features:
- NIS Plate
- 1,030g/197cm
- Cold Base Bonding Technology
- Air Core HM Carbon
- DTG World Cup Cold
- Prewaxed
- Fischer Carbonfibre
- Finish First
- Precision Pairing System
- Carbon Pro Tip & Tail
- Classic 902
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WordPress1: Getting started with WordPress
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WordPress is a popular blogging platform and York St John University has its own implementation which allows every member of the University to have an account and host a personal blog or website.
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- Understanding the dashboard
- Adding blog posts and pages
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- Working with comments
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An e-Portfolio provides a place to gather useful information in an electronic format, York St John uses Mahara which can display text, pictures, videos and journals on collections of pages. An introduction to the Mahara e-portfolio covering its use as storage for career information and the creation of pages to present a portfolio electronically.
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FloodStopper™ Emergency Flood Pump Kit
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FloodStopper™ Emergency Flood Pump Kit
The all-in-one pump kit for emergency flooding
When floods strike, be prepared with the new FloodStopper™ range from Maris Pumps. These all-in-one kits contain everything you need to help keep flood water at bay.
The FloodStopper™ Kit enables you to take a proactive approach to flood management in your home, property or business and gives you peace of mind that youre able to quickly react in an emergency flood situation.
Each FloodStopper™ Kit contains a 240V electric submersible pump, a 10m length of semi-rigid hose, a 10m length of layflat hose and 5 FloodBags, an innovative new replacement for the traditional sandbag.
Two versions are of the FloodStopper™ Kit are available, the Standard and Premier. The Standard Kit contains a 240V submersible pump capable of pumping up to 130 l/min and will drain down to a level of 25mm (1"), while the Premier Kit contains a Pedrollo TOP FLOOR 240V submersible pump. This submersible pump, also known as a Puddle Sucker, can drain down to an impressive level of 2mm leaving little or no water in your property! It is capable of pumping up to 160 l/m with a head of up to 9m.
The supplied semi-rigid hose will allow to pump water out of your property up stairs, out through windows or doors, or over sandbags, while the layflat hose is perfect for pumping across level ground.
Each FloodStopper™ Kit Contains:
- 240V Electric Submersible Pump:
- FloodStopper™ Standard: Flotec VIP 130-6
- FloodStopper™ Premier: Pedrollo TOP 2 FLOOR
- 10m of Layflat Hose - for pumping over level ground
- 10m of Semi-Rigid Hose - for pumping up and out of your property
- Wing Screw Hose Clips - for quick connection of hose
- FloodBags Door pack- an innovative alternative to the traditional sandbag
FloodStopper™ Kit Contents
Each FloodStopper™ Kit contains:
FloodStopper™ Standard: The Standard Kit contains a Flotec VIP 130-6 submersible pump, designed for applications in clean water. They are ideal as a light duty drainage pump, for emptying cellars and flooded rooms.
FloodStopper™ Premier: The Premier Kit contains a Pedrollo TOP 2 FLOOR submerisble pump, suitable for clear water applications without abrasive particles and are ideal for emergency domestic flooding where drainage down to 2mm above ground level is required.
Layflat Hose: The supplied 10m (32ft) of PVC Layflat Hose is lightweight and easy to handle, providing the perfect solution for pumping across level ground. It is quickly connected to the pump using the supplied wing screw hose clips.
Semi-Rigid Hose: Also included is 10m (32ft) of Semi-rigid Hose which is for ideal delivering the pumped water out of your property, up steps & stairs, out of windows and over sandbags or FloodBags.
Wing Screw Hose Clips: The Wing Screw Hose Clips are a quick and convenient method of connecting the hose to the pump. The wing screw design means no tools are required!
FloodBags: An innovative new product designed as a replacement for the traditional sandbag. FloodBags are lightweight cotton sacks filled with absorbant crystals and are supplied vacuum packed for easy storage. Once the FloodBags get wet, they increase in volume 100 times, making them just as effective as a normal sandbag.
Easy Storage: All supplied in a tough and durable plastic crate, enabling you to safely store the kit in your garage, shed or utility room, making it always ready to use.
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Pump drainage level
The Standard Kit is supplied with for Flotec VIP 130-6 submersible pump which is capable of pumping water down to a level of 25mm. The Premier Kit is supplied with a Pedrollo TOP FLOOR 2 "Puddle Sucker" submersible pump which is capable of pumping down to a level of 2mm.
Performance Curve
- FloodStopper™ Standard: Flotec VIP 130-6
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These days I am feeling so uninspired to cook or click anything, maybe it is the weather which has taken a toll on my creative thoughts or maybe I need a break to rejuvenate myself. But during summers most of the hill stations get so overcrowded that they turn into mini metros and one hardly feels connected to nature. I had one last box of strawberry with me and I was in no mood to use it for dessert so stirred up this simple slush, which is perfect to quench thirst in this hot weather, it has the freshness of lemon, the tartness of strawberries and sweetness of cranberry juice.
Strawberry and Cranberry Slush Recipe
Strawberry and Cranberry Slush is a refreshing summer drink flavored with fresh strawberries and the ice cubes make it really cooling drink.Print Pin Rate
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
- 2 cups strawberries washed, hulled
- 5 cups cranberry juice chilled
- 4 cups lemonade sprite or any other
To serve
- Crushed ice
- Lemon Wedges
- Mint leaves
- Place strawberries in a bowl and use a fork to gently mash.
- Fill serving glasses with crushed ice. Fill each glass with equal amount of cranberry juice and lemonade.
- Add a spoonful of crushed strawberry on top of each glass
- Garnish with lemon wedges and mint leaves before serving.
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10 Reasons the Future is Going to be Great
With some of the modern-day television and movies foretelling doomsday viruses, end-of-the-world scenarios, and entire civilizations dying off because of technology, it is no wonder that many people are afraid of what the future holds. If we relied upon the media to forecast our future, then we would all be doomed. Alternatively, there are still plenty of real-world reasons, why people fear what might happen in the future.
Given the threat of global terrorism, climate change, and the possibility of nuclear war, it is understandable for some people to fear what lies ahead. Some people, however, easily forget how far we have come in recent decades, and the massive strides that we have made in several industries. Additionally, the promise of further progress in the fields of technology has some futurists optimistic that there will be a major transformation in several fields including medicine, agriculture, law enforcement, automotive, and much more. With this transformation, we could potentially eliminate many of our current world problems.
In addition to correcting problems, we are living in an incredibly exciting and innovative time when things that were once considered science fiction can now become a part of our daily routine. As the years go by, our ability to invent and create new technologies increases, making the future more exciting than ever before.
Despite what you may have heard, there is current growing research to show the days ahead may not be so dark, here are 10 reasons the future is going to be great.
10 Advances in Medical Technology Will Increase Our Life Expectancy
You may be familiar with the phrase, "nothing is certain except death and taxes," and while most of us begrudgingly accept this as our fate, the future has different plans in store for our life expectancy. Thanks to advances in medical technology, the idea of immortality may not be limited to fairy tales any longer.
The average life expectancy saw a dramatic increase during the 20th century and is considered one of society's greatest achievements. With the average lifespan currently at 81, it is expected to increase to 120 years old in the future.
According to research, the average human lifespan could grow exponentially in comparison with our ancestors before us. Scientists have studied at a cellular level what makes us age in an effort to increase the average life expectancy. In the past 20 years, over one trillion dollars have been invested into biomedical research with successes shown by the tenfold in laboratory animals. Additionally, the number of scientists working on extended lifespan has increased.
While we are young, we spend a great deal of time, energy, and finances on the next anti-aging fad. The good news is, scientists are dedicating resources into increasing life expectancy through the elimination of disease and illness. Innovations in these areas have already begun using stem cell therapies, increasing survival rates, and advancing in laboratory diagnostics.
There are many working theories on how we age, and how it can be stopped. What we know for certain is, it is a continued topic of inquiry for scientists.
9Innovators Can Make Progress Using 3-D Printers
If you enjoy DIY projects or have an innovator in your family, the future of 3D printing holds some exciting new possibilities for you. 3D printing first appeared in the late 1980's as "rapid prototyping technologies," for its ability to quickly and affordably create prototypes. Shortly after, a patent was issued to a Dr. Charles Hull and he developed 3D Systems Corporation.
As we moved into the 20th century, 3D printing has evolved into a manufacturing technology that enables the production of products, or parts. The process of additive manufacturing turns 3D models into objects by building layers. 3D printers are used in a variety of industries including medicine, aerospace, and education.
The original prototypes were unaffordable and thereby inaccessible to the public, but modern technology has made it possible to have a 3D printer in every home. While we move towards the future, we can look forward to some exciting trends.
Imagine if you will, that a part breaks in your dishwasher, the standard protocol would involve a repairman, or wait for a replacement part. In a 3D-printed world, the process is as simple as looking the part up on the internet, and printing it at home, or at your neighborhood 3D printer.
In addition to producing your own consumer goods, doctors will be able to print living tissue, knee replacements, and even pain medications and antibiotics. The 3D printers are even equipped for Nano-printing, which means you can print batteries the size of a single grain of sand.
8Modern Technology Aims to Make the Blind See
There have been some incredible breakthroughs in the field of medicine, which have helped to fight disease and extend survival rates. Thanks to advanced carbon-fiber and plastic composite prosthetics, amputees can have a variety of specialized limbs, all adapted for specific tasks. Modern technology has even transformed the lives of the deaf and heart of hearing with cochlear implants. With the help of DARPA, the future is looking a little brighter for blind and visually impaired individuals.
The Defense Advanced Research Project, a research division within the Pentagon has unveiled plans to build a cortical modem. This device is based on the field of optogenetics, which studies cells within the living tissue and finds techniques to control them. The cortical modem will harness the power of our DNA to help the blind, read, write, and see.
This proposed device likened to "Terminator vision," taps straight into the visual cortex to augment reality and could replace virtual reality completely. The modem utilizes a direct neural interface chip designed to display information without the use of glasses. Although this project is still in process and needs some work, it looks promising. Upon successful completion, the cortical modem will be the size of two nickel and would cost around $10.
Testing of the cortical modem hasn't yet begun, and scientists are currently unaware of the health effects of the technology. DARPA has had success with the Atlas robot and biometric tracking technology in the past, which leaves scientists hopeful for the cortical modem project in the future.
7Micro-satellites Will Spread the Internet World-wide
There is no denying that the internet is one of the most significant advances of the 21st century. Communication has come a long way in the thirty years since the creation of the world-wide-web. Some experts even say that the internet is revolutionizing our lives. The internet is available everywhere we go across multiple devices including laptops, smartphones, tablets, and PCs. With wi-fi networks available wherever you go, we are always "plugged in." Some futurists even believe the internet has replaced all forms of communication. Whether you depend on the technology or not, experts agree that the Internet of the future will be unrecognizable.
Tech giant Google plans to invest over one billion dollars in a project, which will send 180 satellites to provide the internet worldwide. This project was founded to provide internet access to areas of the world without connections. These satellites will orbit the Earth at low altitudes, after which they will expand with larger satellites. Also, Google is working on a project titled, "Project Loon," this is aimed at providing high-altitude broadband balloons to remote parts of the world. Together with Facebook, Google is trying to reach populations that were otherwise unreachable. Through their acquisition of the company, "Titan Aerospace," Google is also working on solar-powered drones to help in their efforts to expand internet access.
If Google succeeds at this project, it could result in Internet access in third world countries, and other inaccessible areas of the world and the benefits of this are endless.
6Self-driving Cars Will Become a Reality
An autonomous car, or self-driving car, is a vehicle that can navigate itself without human involvement. The first prototype of these cars dates to the early 1920s, but it wasn't until the 1980s that the first self-sustained car appeared. Since that time, many companies have developed working prototypes of these vehicles, which are still in the testing phases today.
The benefits of these cars are astounding and include a reduction in traffic accidents, injuries, deaths, less traffic, and much more. Despite these advantages, there have been some legal and technical obstacles when trying to get these vehicles manufactured to the mass market.
There are, however, hopes for self-driving cars in the future. With companies like Google, Tesla, BMW, and Mercedes releasing or planning to release autonomous cars, the automobile industry is about to change dramatically. Currently, Singapore already has a driverless taxi service in place, and several large corporations have announced plans for trials of their self-driving vehicles.
The future with self-driving cars is much safer with an estimated 650,000 lives saved every year, and a financial savings of $230 billion in auto insurance. Additionally, self-driving cars are estimated to change the real estate market and how your vehicle is purchased and financed.
Futurists are saying we should prepare for the ride of our lives, as the transition to self-driving vehicles is comparable to the invention of the telephone. By the year 2021, an average of five percent of vehicles in the United States are expected to be driverless.
5Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Will Profoundly Change Our Lives
When you hear artificial intelligence, you might think it only belongs in the science fiction arena, but it is used every day and has a huge effect on our lives. Artificial Intelligence performs human tasks, which normally require human function through the use of computer systems and developments.
There are currently several examples of AI that we use in our lives, the most recognizable would be the popular digital personal assistants, Siri, Cortana, or Google Now. These programs will find useful information in response to questions or prompts you ask. Another common instance of artificial intelligence involves the use of video games, which are now designed with characters who can learn behavior and respond to stimulus. Additional examples include smart cars, fraud detection, smart home devices, and much more.
In the field of medicine, artificial intelligence is reducing mortality rates and providing quicker and more accurate diagnosis. The once invasive surgery techniques are now delivered with minimal medication, shortened hospital stays, and smaller incisions.
Artificial Intelligence has already made a profound impact, but it is expected to change our lives in the future profoundly. With the help of AI robotics, we can respond quicker in dangerous situations, reducing, and possibly eliminating deaths in potential disasters. Scientists also predict that a combination of human and artificial intelligence could create a potential super human.
It is believed that everything we hold of value can be changed with a future of artificial intelligence, including civilization and even central issues like climate change.
4Science Will Improve Our Food System
The Earth's food system is quickly running out of land, which is inhibiting the food production in the world's growing population. According to agriculture maps, more than one-third of the Earth's land is currently used to graze cattle or grow crops. Thus, the earth is running out of water and farmable land, this is partially due to our inadequate food system. It currently takes over 1700 gallons of water to yield one pound of beef.
Thankfully, there are several advances in the works, which promise to improve our food system in the future, and limit our dependence on the Earth's precious resources. Innovators have already developed alternative meat products that are environmentally friendly and use 74% water, 95% land, and 87% greenhouse emissions. Additional startup companies are working on replacements for other common foods like milk and eggs.
Another development in the works involves the use of indoor farming, these are now a feasible option thanks to advances in solar energy, robotics, and artificial intelligence. These automated indoor farms will utilize nearly 10% less water and land in comparison with a traditional farm.
Over the next 40 years, the global population is expected to increase to nine billion people, to meet the needs of a growing population, science and technology will advance in several areas. In the future, we can expect to see investments in agriculture, biofortification, and improved food security.
The most promising future development is the use of technology to address the growing number of people who go hungry every day.
3Renewable Energy Can Provide 80 Percent of U.S. Electricity in the Future
You have most likely heard of renewable energy or even incorporated it in your home, or office to do your part for the environment. Renewable energy is energy derived from natural resources including the wind, sunlight, and water. This form of energy is always renewed and cannot be exhausted. The most popular modern day form of this energy can be seen in solar paneling. Renewable energy can produce electricity and plays a major role in reducing greenhouse emissions and fossil fuels.
A study released by the Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory predicts that renewable energy resources can soon provide up to 80 percent of the electricity in the United States. The study was conducted to determine how renewable energy can meet the needs of a rapidly increasing population. Using the current solar panels, wind turbines, geothermal, and hydropower, this 80 percent increase is a promising possibility for our future.
Increasing this renewable energy will provide substantial benefits for our economy, climate, and health. Not only will it drastically reduce global warming, but it will improve public health, and provide many economic benefits. In a future with 80 percent fewer renewables, our carbon emissions will also be reduced by 80 percent, and water use will be cut in half.
This future is both possible and affordable, and we already have the tools in place to begin, however, we need to make improvements to our current electricity grid first. Additionally, the United States needs to implement a clean energy policy for renewables.
2Drones Revolution Could Sweep the World
The military and the CIA have been using drones, or unmanned Ariel vehicles since the early 2000's for use in attacks and other tactical efforts. The CIA was also utilizing these for surveillance before the September 11th attacks. Just a decade ago, the term "drone," was only associated with terror attacks, war, and spy activity, however, today they are used much differently.
The fear surrounding drones has lessened, and they have become quite popular in the modern day. One of the most popular uses of drones in recent years is to capture live events including weddings, sporting events, and concerts. Drones are also helping large organizations like NASA with surveillance in unknown areas. Additionally, these amazing Ariel vehicles are helping shooting movies, aiding law enforcement, and even watching wildlife.
If you thought all that was great, there is so much more on the horizon. In fact, drones are projected to change the revolutionize several areas in the future. For starters, helicopter-style drones are expected to offer farmers an affordable alternative for spraying crops with pesticides and fertilizers.
The field of archology could benefit greatly thanks to the use of drones equipped with heat-sensing cameras. With thermal images, researchers could capture what is hidden beneath surface areas and structures. Thanks to a project grant awarded to Harvard-MIT, drones have aided in humanitarian work with the delivery of vaccines to critical locations throughout the world.
As we advance into the future, drones are anticipated to expand internet access, deliver food, and much more.
1Virtual and Augmented Reality
With virtual reality, you can interact in a video game, swim the barrier reef, or hike the Appalachian trail right from the comfort of your couch. Virtual reality is a computer-generated environment that creates any reality of your choice, through images fed to your eyes from two small lenses. There are currently several VR headsets available through Google, Samsung, and other leading tech companies.
Augmented reality blends virtual reality and real life to create images within applications to provide a composite view. Augmented and virtual realities both utilize the similar forms of technology and they each coexist together to serve the user with a comparable type of enriching experience.
Both technologies are commonly sought after for entertainment purposes. However, tech developers are investing in improvements to reach new areas with the technologies. Additionally, augmented and virtual realities have shown great potential in adding to the medical fields in helping to heal PTSD. Automotive manufacturers are even using AR/VR to improve upon product designs and enhance technologies.
We can expect a lot more out of virtual and augmented realty in the future. Augmented reality is expected to fall in line with mobile technology and could include the creation of mobile applications. Other areas to look forward to include assisting the military with enemy positioning, engineer prototyping, and anatomy training for medical students.
Virtual reality also looks very bright beginning with nanotechnology, this idea will upload the human brain into a computer system or gaming system, to allow you to experience graphics fully.
While fear can be a rational response to the unknown, there are many reasons to believe that the future will be promising. Although it is common to fear technology, the past has shown that it can and will be a promising addition to our lives. When the telephone was first introduced, many people were hesitant to accept it, and now we are hard pressed to find someone without one.
The same held true with the first personal computer and the introduction of the internet. What we can learn from that is, our fears were proved irrational, and your technophobia was unnecessary. As you move towards the future, the same theory holds true; there is every reason to believe your future will be bright.
With another year, ahead of you, you have a clean slate, which means the world is your oyster, and whatever the future throws your way is in your control. In case you don't like what the future has to offer, the best thing you can do is prepare.
The best way to prepare for the future is to be ready for all possibilities, not just advances in technology. You can expect to see population growth, economic growth, and climate changes. As you move towards your future, place yourself in a position to take advantage of future opportunities should they come your way. It's also a good idea to educate yourself and remain curious. When you do these things, you will be better equipped to handle your bright future.


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Two coinciding events …
In my Strategic Business Analytics course, we're dealing with "base rates" — the likelihood of something occurring given prior results in relatively similar situations.
And, a couple of weeks ago, Triple Crown winner American Pharoah won the Breeder's Cup.
So, I thought it would be a good time to flashback to last May, when American Pharoah was heading into the Belmont as the odds-on favorite to win the Triple Crown … a case study in base rates.
Originally posted May, 2014
On Saturday, American Pharoah will try to win the Belmont — capping off his Derby & Preakness wins to capture the oft-elusive Triple Crown.
Based on Triple Crown history, what are his chances?
The simple – but very deceiving answer is 35%.
31 horses have won both the Kentucky Derby & the Preakness …
11 of them have won the Belmont and the Triple Crown.
35% … about 1 out of 3.
That's not bad, right?
Let's slice the numbers a little finer …
Prior to 1950, 9 horses won the Derby and Preakness … 8 of them won the Belmont and the Triple Crown.
That's almost 90%.
Between 1950 and 1979, 10 horses won the Derby and Preakness … 3 of them won the Belmont and the Triple Crown.
That's 30%.
Affirmed won the Triple Crown in 1978.
Spectacular Bid lost his shot at the Crown in 1979.
He was the first of a string of dozen horses to lose the Belmont with a shot at the Triple Crown .
To recap: chances of winning – based strictly on history – has dropped from near certainty to long, long-shot.
Some experts say that horses are now trained for specific distances, so the longer Belmont is a stretch for some horses that are tuned to the shorter Derby and Preakness distances.
Others say that horses that are trained hard for the first 2 legs of the Crown are just worn out when they get to the Belmont.
Still others point to the luck factor … that at least a couple of horses are near parity and a stumble or fast start can make a determining difference.
Despite the above, American Pharoah will likely leave the starting gate at an odds on favorite to win the Belmont and the Triple Crown … just like the prior 12 horses who failed in their bids.
Note that in 2009, Big Brown left the gates with bettors thinking he had a 76.9% chance of winning.
Big Brown finished dead last.
Good luck, AP
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Personal Grooming 101 for Babies to Teens
We asked Lisa B. Fiore, Ph.D., dean of faculty and a professor at Lesley University in Cambridge, who teaches lifespan development courses in early childhood education and psychology, for her best advice on what parents should know about personal grooming for kids. Below is her synopsis.
Hygiene Considerations
Babies don't need to be bathed more than two to three times a week. Use a gentle baby soap and very warm water. (If it's warm and comfortable for you, it's great for the baby.) Perhaps place a warm wet washcloth on the baby's chest. Babies shouldn't be submerged, as they're slippery and can't support themselves.
Teeth – Wipe babies' gums with a washcloth before teeth come in and use a gentle, soft brush when they do get teeth.
Skin – Choose mild laundry detergent – unscented is an extra bonus – to reduce the likelihood of an allergic reaction or skin irritation. Many babies get eczema, so use moisturizer (in small amounts) after bathing them. While hypoallergenic products reduce the chance of an allergic reaction, they may still be harsh for infants' skin. If eczema isn't helped by the use of lotion, over-the-counter cortisone creams or ointments can help with redness and itchiness or discomfort. Sometimes babies get flaky, scaly and dry patches on their heads called cradle cap. One treatment is to apply olive oil to the scalp and use a fine-tooth comb to gently scrape away the dead skin.
Children at this age are very eager to demonstrate their abilities to do things for themselves. They respond well to praise for their efforts. It's important not to shame children for "not doing it right." If a child brushes her hair and it still looks less than perfect, that might be more the parent's issue than the child's. If a child is not brushing teeth effectively, give suggestions about reaching all teeth or brushing long enough. (Set a sand timer to teach how long one to two minutes are.)
Hair – Wash hair with a mild, tear-free shampoo. Use detangling sprays for tangles and knots that contribute to the cycle of not wanting to brush the hair. Dandruff can occur at any age and really just signals a dry scalp. Over-the-counter shampoos that are extra moisturizing and gentle can help.
Skin – Be sure to apply sunscreen! (This applies to children of all ages.)
Teeth – For information about oral care, click here.
Elementary Schoolers
Children are developing more independence and becoming more interested in their peers, so you may notice them wanting to use specific products that their friends recommend. Instill a routine of taking time and responsibility for one's own health and well-being. Children this age sometimes respond well to charts to motivate them to produce certain behaviors, and health routines are absolutely valid items for such charts. Children also learn much from watching older siblings and adults taking care of their own bodies.
Hair – Girls and boys share equal dislike for hair brushing, especially when there are knots and tangles to be undone. Establish a hair-brushing routine for long-haired children, for them to brush their hair or have another person in the household do it every couple of days. Kids might not want to comply and may "forget" repeatedly.
Onset of Puberty – Typically, children don't receive formal education about the human body and sexuality in a health class until middle school, well after their bodies (or those of their classmates) have begun to change. Some children show signs of puberty in the later elementary years. Exposing children to the transition is important so that they know what to expect and where to go with questions. Because there is a range of ages when girls experience first menstruation, it's tricky sometimes to know when the "appropriate" time is to broach the subject. Have junior-size sanitary napkins or tampons on hand (whether yet needed or not) and be open to conversation and questions.
Kids' self-confidence becomes more vividly connected to their perception of their appearance. Teens' hormones will cause skin to break out and hair to become oilier. Even if you don't see the "huge pimple" they're upset about, they believe the entire world can see it and will judge them harshly for it. At first, younger teens may find it challenging or unappealing to change their routines and wash their faces or shower more often, but it's important they get into these habits. Encourage them to wash their faces twice a day and to shower daily or every other day depending on their level of physical activity. Supply them with acne treatment products, concealer for blemishes, and soaps and moisturizers that are gentle and effective.
Odors – It is fairly common for teens to begin to have faint (or stronger) body odor and therefore, some candid conversations about using deodorant are useful for several reasons: to demystify the change process and to note how normal these changes are; to help them be proactive about taking responsibility for their bodies; and to give them a range of options. Foot odor is also common, especially among boys, and while they may find it amusing to "gross out" their friends, parents and caregivers can explain what smells are "reasonable" and what's preventable.
Scents – If kids use scented shampoos, hair gels, deodorants and other products, these smells add up! Kids may also not be aware of the volume of scent they're using, and many competing scents can contribute to skin irritations and allergies and/or itchy or red eyes. For this reason, as well as concern over chemicals and other inflammatory agents, try to encourage unscented products and all-natural lines.
Take cues from your children and be open, loving and honest in equipping them to deal with the many physical changes they experience as they grow.
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Partitioning and horizontal scaling in Azure Cosmos DB
This article explains physical and logical partitions in Azure Cosmos DB. It also discusses best practices for scaling and partitioning.
Logical partitions
A logical partition consists of a set of items that have the same partition key. For example, in a container where all items contain a
City property, you can use
City as the partition key for the container. Groups of items that have specific values for
City, such as
Paris, and
NYC, form distinct logical partitions. You don't have to worry about deleting a partition when the underlying data is deleted.
In Azure Cosmos DB, a container is the fundamental unit of scalability. Data that's added to the container and the throughput that you provision on the container are automatically (horizontally) partitioned across a set of logical partitions. Data and throughput are partitioned based on the partition key you specify for the Azure Cosmos container. For more information, see Create an Azure Cosmos container.
A logical partition also defines the scope of database transactions. You can update items within a logical partition by using a transaction with snapshot isolation. When new items are added to a container, new logical partitions are transparently created by the system.
Physical partitions
An Azure Cosmos container is scaled by distributing data and throughput across a large number of logical partitions. Internally, one or more logical partitions are mapped to a physical partition that consists of a set of replicas, also referred to as a replica set. Each replica set hosts an instance of the Azure Cosmos database engine. A replica set makes the data stored within the physical partition durable, highly available, and consistent. A physical partition supports the maximum amount of storage and request units (RUs). Each replica that makes up the physical partition inherits the partition's storage quota. All replicas of a physical partition collectively support the throughput that's allocated to the physical partition.
The following image shows how logical partitions are mapped to physical partitions that are distributed globally:
Throughput provisioned for a container is divided evenly among physical partitions. A partition key design that doesn't distribute the throughput requests evenly might create "hot" partitions. Hot partitions might result in rate-limiting and in inefficient use of the provisioned throughput, and higher costs.
Unlike logical partitions, physical partitions are an internal implementation of the system. You can't control the size, placement, or count of physical partitions, and you can't control the mapping between logical partitions and physical partitions. However, you can control the number of logical partitions and the distribution of data, workload and throughput by choosing the right logical partition key.
Next steps
- Learn about choosing a partition key.
- Learn about provisioned throughput in Azure Cosmos DB.
- Learn about global distribution in Azure Cosmos DB.
- Learn how to provision throughput on an Azure Cosmos container.
- Learn how to provision throughput on an Azure Cosmos database.
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The best thing about music these days is the fact that you're no longer limited to only hear the "popular songs" (by popular I mostly mean songs that get tons of radio play). There are tons of artists these days and plenty of platforms to hear whatever it is that you want to hear. While that in many ways is a blessing, it is also a curse because of the fact that many talented artists don't get to shine as bright because the pool of artists is so big.
So today I've decided to give a shout out to a few of my favorite songs from artists who should be a lot more famous than they are.
I'll start with the most recent single from my favorite R&B songstress, NAO. Her song "Another Lifetime" is just an example of the great voice along with the powerful songwriting ability combined the amazing production that all her songs possess which makes her a force to be reckoned with. And its only a matter of time before the world gets hip to it.
Another song people should know about is a little older, because it dropped last year but its never too late to listen to some fire music. "Nvm What I Was Saying" by Donte Jackson is a song that when I heard it, it reminded me of "Marvin's Room" by Drake. A great song from a great artist that I know is flying under the radar.
And the last gem I'll bestow upon the people will be in the form of a rap song. ATL native, Nick Grant is incredibly underrated, and I believe its because he's a rapper who prefers to rap over boom-bap beats as opposed to the heavy bassed trap beats that are popular today. He's a vintage style emcee who is trying to shine in this new generation of rap, and I admire him for valuing his craft. Here's "Lincoln Apts." off his latest LP "Dreamin Out Loud:


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The fine line between the design and the actual works are becoming more streamlined in today's properties, especially when the actual works can be more efficient when the Interior Designer designs with an outlook on the actual works in mind. That is why Design & Built company such an Id Industries Sdn Bhd are trust into a more mainstream position of incorporating design and the building work into one easy work flow.
We work with potential clients in Malaysia to create an initial design concept. This interior design concept will enable us to explore the full repertoire of works required by clients in terms of floor plan, elevation, 3D images and details. Good news is that our interior design fees are waived upon the confirmation of works assigned to ID Industries Sdn Bhd.
We often encounter renovation works within the Malaysia property market as a standalone workers or group of workers performing task as assigned to them. To ID Industries Sdn Bhd renovation works in Malaysia is headed in a more organized manner whereby, we adhere to the prevailing governing body set up by the government. Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB) is among such organized governing body set up by the government to ensure renovation work in Malaysia is undertaken in an organized manner. Id Industries Sdn Bhd had been a member of this governing body since its inception.
The built in carpentry manufacturing in Malaysia had been going through a robust growth with the massive building and the handover of residential properties in Malaysia. Id Industries Sdn Bhd is a niche market manufacturing outfit that tries to focus on a very unique interpretation of interior designers' needs. With the globalization and the onset of on line showing, the design scope had been greatly altered and thus had enabled greater design appreciation. We being in this great technological change taking place,are able to capitalize on the manufacturing diversification on a global scale.
More and more builders and developers in Malaysia incorporating interior fit out works for their finished building. In high end development projects in KLCC, Bangsar, Damansara and Mont Kiara areas all completed units does comes with basic fit out such as kitchen cabinets, wardrobes, air-conditioner, intercom, water heater and plaster ceiling. These interior fit out works in Malaysia had enable Id Industries Sdn Bhd to work with a few more established builders in the fit out process for these units. And it also leaves our footprint to a wider range of property owners.
Kitchen Cabinet is a very central part of any residential units. It is usually the heart of most residential units in terms of the social aspects of preparing meals, having a quick snack, place of socializing and many more. And being such as important part of residential units, the kitchen cabinets suppliers in Malaysia had been instrumental in aligning ourselves with designs and technologies available in more central kitchen cabinets suppliers from the European nations. ID Industries Sdn Bhd through its name brand Idkitchen had been a main supplier of kitchen cabinets in Malaysia for the last 20 years. And with the launch of its new Idkitchen range, we believe that we could provide a more cutting edge technology into an already robust sector.
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Annually, the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) presents one California trial lawyer with this incredible honor.
ABOTA was first created in 1958 with the goal of defending and preserving the rights granted to all American citizens by the 7th Amendment to the Constitution (particularly the right to a trial by jury).
This organization remains "invitation only", and is comprised of the finest lawyers and judges in America. The recipient of this specific award is chosen through the majority vote of the CAL-ABOTA board of directors (originally formed in 1977), which is comprised of officers from each of the eight local chapters.
These officers represent more than 1,500 California ABOTA members. Because this is the highest honor a California Trial Honor can receive, the recipient must meet several criteria and exhibit several distinguishing traits.
He or she must prove excellence in advocacy, have a reputation for civility, ethics, and fair play, and have obtained a distinguished career. The general criteria for selection of California Trial Lawyer of the Year requires that the selected individual also have participated in an outstanding result.
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Brown Doctor Who Trench Coat
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[ ob-suh-leet, ob-suh-leet ]
/ ˌɒb səˈlit, ˈɒb səˌlit /
no longer in general use; fallen into disuse: an obsolete expression.
of a discarded or outmoded type; out of date: an obsolete battleship.
(of a linguistic form) no longer in use, especially, out of use for at least the past century.Compare archaic.
effaced by wearing down or away.
Biology. imperfectly developed or rudimentary in comparison with the corresponding character in other individuals, as of the opposite sex or of a related species.
verb (used with object), ob·so·let·ed, ob·so·let·ing.
to make obsolete by replacing with something newer or better; antiquate: Automation has obsoleted many factory workers.
Words nearby obsolete
obsidional coin, obsolesc., obsolesce, obsolescence, obsolescent, obsolete, obstacle, obstacle course, obstacle race, obstet., obstetric
Origin of obsolete
SYNONYMS FOR obsolete
2 antiquated, ancient, old.
OTHER WORDS FROM obsolete
ob·so·lete·ly, adverbob·so·lete·ness, nounnon·ob·so·lete, adjectivesub·ob·so·lete, adjective
sub·ob·so·lete·ly, adverbsub·ob·so·lete·ness, nounun·ob·so·lete, adjective
WORDS THAT MAY BE CONFUSED WITH obsoletearchaic obsolescent obsoleteobsolescent obsolete
usage note for obsolete
Terms and definitions labeled Obsolete in this dictionary have not been in widespread use since the mid 1700s. Unlike some relatively familiar archaic words and phrases, like prithee and thou art, obsolete words and phrases are not easily understood by a modern reader, and obsolete senses of current terms, as found in definitions 13, 14, and 15 of nice, are even more difficult for a contemporary reader to recognize.
Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2019
British Dictionary definitions for non-obsolete
/ (ˈɒbsəˌliːt, ˌɒbsəˈliːt) /
out of use or practice; not current
out of date; unfashionable or outmoded
biology (of parts, organs, etc) vestigial; rudimentary
Derived forms of obsoleteobsoletely, adverbobsoleteness, noun
Word Origin for obsolete
C16: from Latin obsolētus worn out, past participle of obsolēre (unattested), from ob- opposite to + solēre to be used
usage for obsolete
The word obsoleteness is hardly ever used, obsolescence standing as the noun form for both obsolete and obsolescent
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Family: Costaceae
Common name: Spiral Ginger
This is undoubtedly one of the most prolific flowering, ornamental ginger plants on the market.
The Spiral Costus is from Peru and prefers dappled light conditions such as those found in the understorey of established trees or palms.
Growing no more than 1.2 metres high, Costus productus creates a mass of green foliage crowned with orange cones. There is only one cone per 'stalk', but each cone produces a succession of flowers over many weeks. The overall effect can provide 8 months of flowers in tropical and subtropical conditions. The flower cones can be collected and used as a cut flower decoration for the home.
In cool climates the plant may die down and go dormant until warm weather and summer rains begin.
This plant cannot tolerate dry conditions so additional water may be needed during dry periods if you do not live in an area with regular rainfall.
Dividing the plant is an easy task of lifting and separating the underground rhizome into a number of clumps for replanting. The plant can also be grown from stem cuttings
Best growing conditions are
- dappled shade
- soil moisture is essential
- fertilise regularly with a complete organic blend
Outdoor growing in the landscape:
Ideal for tropical style gardens.
Use the plant along the shaded sides of the house.
Can be grown in a pot provided ample water is supplied
If winter dormancy occurs, cut off old decaying leaves, mulch well and ignore till early summer at which time water and fertilising will encourage fresh growth.
Written by Paul Plant, Editor of subTropical Gardening magazine - www.stgmagazine.com.au


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On the evening of Friday 8th, all through the night and during the day of Saturday 9th July 2016 the lads and lassies at Wigtownshire Rugby Club, Stranraer took to the field to play a marathon game of "Touch Rugby".
They braved all the usual "summer" weather, rain, wind and sun, yes the sun did shine some of the time to keep the game going for 24 hours.
Rolling substitutions were made when fresh legs were needed or when someone volunteered to take a turn. Every section of the club was involved, Minis, Midis, Under 18s, Ladies and the Senior Team players. They were supported by former players, parents, and guests who turned up for a run out.
A pitch was set up on the clubs training area, and their own lights were augmented by units provided by Luce Bay Group, to see them through the night. A Player Rest Area and Viewing Platform was supplied by J Richardson Transport, Stranraer and a Refreshment Station Marquee, courtesy of Stranraer & Rhins Young Farmers, completed the facilities.
As they said in the movie, "If You Build It They Will Come", and they did in their droves, old and young alike, a real community effort.
A special mention too for our nearest rugby neighbours Newton Stewart who joined in, which put a real edge on the play at times. Yes it was "Touch" needing strong refereeing, but great to watch.
Club Coaching Co-ordinator Eddie Stevenson was delighted with the effort everybody put in and the commitment shown for the event.
He said: "It was really great to see every section of the club coming together and enjoying themselves playing the game. He added "People have also been saying about the atmosphere that was created throughout the 24 hours, it was fantastic."
Mini Coach Gordon Keith was really pleased with the turn out from his group and their parents.
He added: "Seeing the little ones on the park, playing against and with 1st team players was wonderful, the youngsters were having a ball.
"Even when the rain came on the youth of the club stuck to the task. "Mum's carrying little ones, joining in, Dads talked into having a go, a chance to get people involved, just what we need."
Former Club Captain Andrew Farquhar's six year old son was playing, Andy could not believe that when a Bouncy Castle was put up, the youngsters ignored it and kept playing.
Regardless of the weather or the hour, the barbeque was well used, as was the Refreshment Station. It was well stocked with the help of local businesses, Wm Lochs, Grocers; Halls, Butchers, and Simpson, Bakers; all from Stranraer. It kept hunger pangs at bay as play continued.
The event, sponsored by Douglas Engineers, Glenluce, was Wigtownshire's RBS RugbyForce 2016 initiative. It was held to raise the profile of rugby in the local area, encourage participation in the sport and bring the club together for the coming season.
A "Guess the Number of Tries Scored" Competition was held to raise funds for the club to promote and support rugby locally. When the final whistle sounded after 5.30pm on the Saturday, the tally came to 935 tries in 24 hours.
Nearest guess to that number came from Eddie Stevenson, Senior, from Stranraer with 934. He was presented with his cash prize by last season 1st Team Captain, John McIntosh in the Clubhouse after the match.
The full amount raised by event has still to be established, but as a result of the Competition, Sponsorship and Donations over £2000 had been brought in.
Club President Arthur Henry expressed his delight: "This was a great event; it all went very well. Not even the weather could dampen spirits on the day.
"It just proves what can be achieved when everyone pulls together. This was a real big day at the club, I can only thank everyone for their effort, our sponsors, the organising team, the members and players and the community, for making it such a success."


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Increase Your Twitter Followers for Your Podcast
In my consultants, I seem to get this question all the time about 3-6 months into their podcasts. How do I increase Twitter followers for my podcast so my Twitter numbers grow?
I remember working my Twitter account pretty hard in the first couple years of Geekazine. When I added @Dayintechhist and @ipad365 I did the same practice techniques, but still @geekazine was my primary Twitter. By time I registered @RecordAPodcast (for HTRP), I kinda let the account work on its own. A mistake I am working on fixing.
Twitter reports hundreds of millions of Tweets a day. 554 million have Twitter accounts that Tweet almost 10,000 tweets a second. Not as impressive as how news can get out. Remember – Twitter had Bin Laden's death before President Obama could report it. 14.8 billion tweets on his death that day.
So how do you get your brand across this network? Lets look at some practices for your Podcast's Twitter handle.
Should you Make Separate Twitter Accounts for Your Podcast?
Yes! If anything for your brand. Someday you may decide to sell or give your podcast to another. You can also give them the Twitter handle. They may grow it all different and that Twitter could become gold.
You don't want squatters taking over your brand anyway. You can at least keep a Twitter account dormant to when you want it to work for you. By linking to auto post options (I talk about below) you can have content show up on your Twitter account.
Another reason why is because some people look and link to handles that interest them. You never know when a Paper.li link brings in 20-100 followers. Even if you have 20 followers, your word gets out to 20 people on a weekly basis!
If you have 2-3 people that are part of the podcast, they should also have access to Twitter and should Tweet at least once a week. Maybe even tweet important parts while you are recording the show.
Add Twitter Plugins to Your Blog
I use a plugin called Social to send my blog posts across Twitter and Facebook. If anything, it makes sure my Twitter handle has all the latest articles.
If you don't use WordPress, you can use a free service like Twitterfeed to push your RSS to Twitter and Facebook accounts. Just input your RSS feed and allow Twitter to connect. You can choose to check the feed every hour to 24 hours.
Another option is creating a social network paper. Paper.li is one service that will collect Twitter, Facebook and other social networks, then put it into an easy to read paper format.
Don't Forget Twitter Links
You should be adding links on top of your website and within your show notes posts. I just talked about this in Why Add Backlinks in Podcast Show Notes. Note how I have them separated in 1-2 choices.
Adding Hashtags and Twitter Mentions in Your Posts
A lot of people say you should use hashtags sparingly. I agree. One or two hashtags are acceptable. If you decide to #Write #All #With #Hashtags, people might get turned off.
A good example would be this post – The post will most likely look like this:
Increase Your @Twitter Followers for Your #Podcast – [link]
I also included a mention. While @Twitter might not be the best option, mentioning someone with a few hundred followers might notice and even re-tweet your post.
Example: You are doing a podcast interview. Don't forget to add their Twitter handle in the post. If you get information from another person, include their Twitter.
This Week in Google Glass, me and @Lukeluca talk about privacy of Glass. I report on @Woz and his first experience with #Glass
That Tweet might get noticed on two Twitter profiles. The hashtag might be searched or added to a Google Glass paper or Flipboard channel.
HootSuite for RSS to Twitter, Facebook and Google+
I pay $10 a month for this service because it automates a lot of my posts. The best part about Hootsuite is the ability to cross-post on Google+ pages – along with Twitter and Facebook.
You can also schedule tweets, or when you create a post, you can cross-post between more than one social network. For example, this post will be seen on @RecordAPodcast and @Geekazine. I schedule this tweet once a month:
Don't forget to #subscribe to @RecordAPodcast Twitter to find out how to record #podcasts!
All my networks are found in one spot. I can flip back and forth really easy to find out who responded to me.
I have an affiliate for Hootsuite which comes with a free 30 Day Trial of HootSuite Pro. Try the service out and see how it can work for your needs.
Contests to Build Followers?
Sometimes these things work and you build your audience. They usually just get people who want free stuff and then disappear into the night. Its really if you want engaging followers or some company to think you have a big reach of followers.
If the contest is focused on something, then you might get the right followers. For example – I could run a contest for 1 hour of consultation time if they follow me on @RecordAPodcast. I will get people interested in podcasting rather than those who want a free iPad or set of headphones.
Ultimately, any new followers can be a good thing – its called "Nickel and Diming", which can add up. Don't discount the social network if your numbers are low. If one of those people are consuming your show and you stop tweeting it, they might think the show is faded and stop watching for it (because they might not even remember your website URL). Build your Twitter lists and they might start to support your podcast.


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Published in April 2019 for the 2019-20 program year.
This Self-Study Guide reviews the calculation of a student's expected family contribution (EFC), and includes a discussion of the regular and simplified formulas as well as recalculations. Bonus material: Included with this Guide is an optional lesson on institutional methodology, developed in collaboration with the College Board.
Available as a PDF only.
Lesson 1: Introduction to Need Analysis
Lesson 2: The Regular Formula
Lesson 3: Simplified Formulas
Lesson 4: Recalculating the EFC


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Proverbs 1:23-29
"Turn at my reproof. Behold, I will pour out my spirit on you. I will make known my words to you. 24 Because I have called, and you have refused; I have stretched out my hand, and no one has paid attention; 25 but you have ignored all my counsel, and wanted none of my reproof; 26 I also will laugh at your disaster. I will mock when calamity overtakes you; 27 when calamity overtakes you like a storm, when your disaster comes on like a whirlwind; when distress and anguish come on you. 28 Then will they call on me, but I will not answer. They will seek me diligently, but they will not find me; 29 because they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD."
God is more than willing to share His love and knowledge with each and everyone of us. To receive His advice, we must be willing to listen. We are often prideful and would rather listen to what we believe instead of seeking God's wisdom. We must be able to put our "pride" aside and stop thinking about our own desires of wanting to be right all of the time.
What is "pride" exactly? It is when we put our own desires and thoughts before God's. If we feel that we know better than God's word, or think that we have no need for His direction, we have become very foolish and our pride is getting in the way.
What can we do about making prideful decisions? In my opinion, this is simple. If you have a difficult decision to make, take a step back and pray for a minute for God to give you guidance. Will the outcome glorify God? Will your actions help the situation in a positive manner without sinning? If the answer is "no' for any of these two questions, simply don't do it. If you feel like you still want to do it anyways, that is your foolish pride trying to take you away from what you should be doing.
I pray this message helps someone today. Please have a blessed day and remember Isaiah 2:12 and do not make the Lord have to humble you because of your pride.
"For the LORD of the Heavenly Armies has reserved a time to oppose all who are proud and haughty, and the self-exalting— they will be humbled."


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My journey to eating healthy whole wheat bread started several years ago when our oldest son was diagnosed with more learning disabilities than I have space to list on this blog. After much debate and prayer we decided to try medication to help with some of his issues. While the medicine worked, it also had some nasty side effects. After much more debate and prayer we decided to take him off the medicine and see if changes in our diet would be enough to keep him off the medicine.
Back then I relied heavily on convenience food, so it was pretty easy to start cutting out all the prepackaged stuff I was purchasing and start making things from scratch. After doing that for a year or so I heard a talk given by Sue Becker on the benefits of grinding your own grain to make bread and other whole grain foods. Usually I am a skeptic, but her talk convinced me that grinding my own grain was the next step in our family's healthy lifestyle.
I purchased a Nutrimill and began grinding grain to make fresh homemade bread. I was not an experienced bread maker when I started, but it only took one loaf to convince me I made the right decision. Fresh ground wheat does not bake like the whole wheat flour you purchase at the store. And 100% whole wheat bread made from your own wheat does not taste like the burnt dense bread you find at the store either. I was making 100% whole wheat loaves that were light and delicious. My kids, who normally balked at a piece of whole wheat bread, could eat a whole loaf in one sitting.
To understand the health benefits of milling your own grain here are some facts from the Brow Farm.
To understand the benefits associated with milling grain, you need to understand what comprises a whole grain. There are three main layers: the bran, the germ, and the endosperm.
• The bran is the outer layer where all the roughage that helps move unwanted poisons and toxins through your system is found. The bran also contains numerous vitamins, minerals, and proteins.
• The germ is the health center of the grain, overflowing with vitamins B and E, as well as unsaturated fat and protein.
• The endosperm is the starchy white center. Whole grains contain almost 90% of all the vitamins, minerals, and protein you'll ever need. However, commercially milled products don't offer you those nutrients. Why? Once milled, the oils found in the bran and germ oxidize and turn rancid within 72 hours. So for commercial purposes, both the bran and germ—and all the nutrients contained within them—must be removed in order to give products a shelf life.
When you grind your own wheat you are getting the freshest flour possible with the biggest health benefits. The cost initially is high (when you consider the price of a mill) but now I am able to make a loaf of fresh, organic whole grain bread for about $1. I also use fresh whole wheat flour to make pancakes, waffles, biscuits, bagels, cookies, cakes, pizza, muffins and a variety of other items. I found that I am able to use 100% whole wheat in many recipes and not end up with a dense product. I even use leftover bread to make whole wheat bread crumbs which I use in other recipes.
As I said before getting started is expensive. An electric mill costs around $250. I also use my bread machine to make my dough and then bake the bread in the oven. This is not a necessity but it does make the job a little easier.
Many of you have asked for my whole wheat sandwich bread recipe. I use hard white wheat in this recipe and it makes great sandwich bread as well as dinner rolls. I also use this recipe for pizza dough, adding parmesan cheese, garlic, and Italian seasoning before I knead it.
Fresh Bread
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tsp salt
- 4-4 1/2 freshly milled hard spring wheat flour (sifted)
- 1 Tbs yeast
I make this recipe in my bread machine by adding all the wet ingredients and then all the dry ingredients. Add the yeast last. I use the dough setting, but if your machine has a whole wheat setting you can use that too and bake it right in your machine.
If you are making this recipe by hand combine all the wet ingredients. Then add yeast, salt, and half the flour. Mix until the dough is smooth. Then add the rest of the flour. Add the flour slowly so you don't use too much. Knead for about 10 minutes. Let rise until doubled. Shape into desired pan and then rise again until doubled. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. This will make 2 loaves of bread or two large pizzas.
Our family has enjoyed fresh bread and other whole grain products for almost four years. I can start a loaf of bread in under ten minutes and the entire hands on time is under 20 minutes. Making bread is not difficult once you get the hang of it, and this skill can be taught to your kids as well.
My whole family agrees it is hard to beat the taste of fresh homemade bread from the oven.
Additional information: Merrilee asked where I purchase my grain. I purchase my grain from the Bread Beckers or Quail Cove Farms which is a co-op on the Eastern Shore that delivers to my area once a month. The wheat comes in 50 pound bags so I only order every few months. The price of grain fluctuates significantly but depending on where you live you can purchase grain for about $1 a pound for organic and about $0.60 a pound for non-organic.
If you need more tips on baking bread read my Bread Tips post.


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Well, actually…the jury is still out on that one.
No, seriously though. I hear this quite often when I tell people that we homeschool our children. They just can't fathom how or why someone not only survived, but thrived in public school would choose to homeschool her children.
The answer is quite simple really.
God has led our family down the homeschooling path, and He didn't lead my parents down this same path. You see, everyone has a different journey in this life. God places each of you where you are for a divine reason. It doesn't matter if he calls you to homeschool or calls you to be a public school teacher, as long as you are seeking His will for your life, you're doing right.
My parents did the very best they could with the options available for them. God obviously didn't call them to homeschool, so I went to public school. I had a great experience in public school, and had all intentions of sending my children to public school too. However, God had other plans and He began convicting my heart of these plans {which to my dismay involved homeschooling} a few months before my oldest child was to begin kindergarten.
Reluctantly, I gave in and gave the standard new homeschooling mom answer, "Fine, God! I'll homeschool for one year, but after that, they are going to public school!"
Four years later, I'm still alive {most days} and my children are still homeschooled, and I love it. Seriously, homeschooling my children has been one of the greatest blessings of my life.
When I think about my life as a homeschooling mom, I realize all that my parents missed by sending me to public school.
16,380 hours.
That is the number of hours that I spent in public school. The number of hours that my parents missed of my childhood. The number of hours I was in the care of someone who in no way loved and/or discipled me the way my parents could've.
They didnt see the look on my face when long division finally clicked.
They didn't see my eyes light up when I discovered something I was truly passionate for.
They didn't hear me read my first words.
They were there for me every evening when I came home, but look at what they missed during the day.
They didn't get the chance to talk with me about those "hard" topics before my peers introduced me to the world. Not because they didn't want to, but because in public school, kids grow up much faster than intended.
Hear me out here, my parents are incredible. I couldn't have asked for a better childhood.
And yes, it's true. I went to public school and I turned out fine, but friends, God has led us to homeschool and I am so thankful, because I don't want to miss one single moment of my sweet daughters' childhoods.
Time is fleeting, moms. If God is calling you to homeschool, know that He is wanting to pour out more blessings on you than you can imagine. Ignore what the critics are saying. Open your hands and your heart and embrace the gifts God is giving you.


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Linn County Finance Director Dawn Jindrich has named Sara Bearrows as the County's new Budget Director, effective July 29, 2019. Most recently, Bearrows served as Chief Deputy Treasurer in the Linn County Treasurer's Office.
"Sara's skills and experience in public sector accounting, investment management, and property taxes make her ideal for this role," said Jindrich. "I am excited to welcome Sara to the Finance and Budget Department where her experience and professionalism will continue to benefit the County and our residents."
As Budget Director, Bearrows will develop, present, and administer the County's annual operating budget; review departmental budget requests; analyze adequacy of fund balance reserves and ensure budget compliance with the Code of Iowa; provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors, elected officials and department heads on decisions relating to financial issues; and implement procedures to effectively manage the allocation of County resources in alignment with the County's Strategic Plan and Customer-Centered Culture principles.
Bearrows is a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. She is a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Fraud Examiner. Prior to her appointment as Chief Deputy Treasurer, she worked as a governmental auditor and tax preparer for Wright, Ward, Hatten & Guel, CPAs in Gulfport, Mississippi.


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The main activities in the "Advanced Materials and Coatings" topics are:
- New coating technologies and concepts for corrosion protection and assessment of antifouling coating systems.
- Nanotechnology, especially nanoparticles and nanotubes and its impact on the environment. DNV is participating in the "Nanodevice", an EU supported research project that shall develop innovative concepts and reliable methods for characterizing engineered nanoparticles in workplace air with novel, portable and easy-to-use devices.
- Qualification of advanced materials for application in for severe environments. The oil and gas industry is moving towards a technological re-growth that will require the development of new technologies, standards, and procedures for the exploration, drilling, and exploitation of oil and natural gas from the most challenging reservoirs discovered to date. The new paradigm will require new drilling technologies, well completion designs, and optimized materials selection procedures to maximize the economic margin and to reduce the risk and environmental impact of deep and ultra-deep deployments.


text: Jordan is an attorney concentrating on business transactions, estate and tax planning, estate administration and real estate. He received his finance degree from the Hankamer School of Business at Baylor University and his law degree from Texas Wesleyan School of Law. Prior to entering law school, Jordan clerked in the international finance department of a leading national law firm. During law school Jordan gained experience as a law clerk for the 4th Court of Appeals. He enjoys playing sports and is active in many social organizations. Jordan was born and raised outside San Antonio in Boerne.


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Luthiers for a Cause Raises $130,000 – The Best News Ever!
From LuthiersforaCause.org …
Two Legendary Trees + Six World-Class Instrument Builders = Lots of Children Harnessing the Healing Power of Music
Luthiers for a Cause is proud to announce that the six custom tenor ukuleles created for its groundbreaking project The Voice of the Luthier have been sold as a set for $100,000. All of the proceeds are going to The Ukulele Kids Club, a 501(c)3 non-profit whose mission is to harness the healing power of music by sending hospitalized children home with the gift of music for life.
The acquirers, who wish to remain anonymous, are a husband and wife who appreciate ukulele and who are advocates for music therapy. "When I first heard about the concept of the project I was enchanted," said the husband. "The benevolence of the luthiers who volunteered their effort and artistry to produce a set of instruments to benefit the Ukulele Kids Club charmed my wife and me, because we had fallen in love with the UKC and the work it does for thousands of children in hospitals. It was a perfect combination of art, craftsmanship, ukuleles, and charity. I had expected one instrument to stand out for me. Instead, they were all uniquely beautiful in design. And the tone from each instrument was truly amazing."
The acquirers hope that by keeping the collection together they can provide even more benefit to The Ukulele Kids Club by possibly using them in museum exhibits, concerts and potentially even a CD featuring all six ukuleles being played by world-class players. The wife added, "We see this as an opportunity to expand awareness about the work UKC is doing through its ever-growing network of pediatric hospitals who use board-certified music therapists to help sick children harness the healing power of music."
The Voice of the Luthier project was devised to help explore an often-asked question in the acoustic music world. What is the relative importance of the wood used and the builder in determining the final tone of an instrument? Six of the world's most distinguished ukulele builders came together to showcase their own unique approaches to aesthetics and voicing an instrument:
· Steve Grimes (www.grimesguitars.com)
· Beau Hannam (www.beauhannamguitars.com)
· John Kinnard (www.kinnardukes.com)
· Jay Lichty (www.lichtyguitars.com)
· Jake Maclay (www.hiveukuleles.com)
· Joji Yoshida (www.jojiyoshidaguitars.com)
In addition to the luthiers, Rodgers Tuning Machines contributed artisan engraved tuners and world-renowned inlay artist Harvey Leach inlayed the Luthiers for a Cause logo on the fretboard of each instrument. Oahu Cases contributed leather-wrapped fiberglass cases for the ultimate in instrument protection.
The wood used in each of these instruments is extremely rare and legendary among acoustic guitar and ukulele enthusiasts. The back and sides are from a particular Honduran mahogany tree that is truly one-of-a-kind in its figuring and so famous that it is simply known as The Tree. The soundboard is Lucky Strike Redwood, which is from a redwood that fell during a storm and straddled a small ravine. The suspended section air-dried over many years, resulting in a higher strength-to-weight ratio than is typically found in redwood.
Since its founding in early 2014, more than 4,700 ukuleles have been gifted to almost 200 hospitals with board-certified music therapists in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. UKC Founder Corey Bergman said, "The generosity of everyone involved in this unique project has been overwhelming and has helped us spread awareness about the healing power of music therapy. Since every $40 donation puts one of our instruments into the hands of a sick child, this outcome will help us make big steps toward our goal of placing 10,000 ukuleles by the end of 2019."
To learn more, including seeing and hearing the instruments, or to make a contribution to Ukulele Kids Club, visit The Luthiers for a Cause website (www.luthiersforacause.org) or follow us on Facebook.
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LFAC: Eddie Monnier (email@example.com) | UKC: Corey Bergman (email@example.com)
Highlights from the gathering of the LFC team in Hawaii at the Hawaii Ukulele Festival in Nov 2017
Corey Fujimoto playing the Lichty Ukulele
Luthiers for a Cause 2017 Interviews and Sound Samples from Hawaii Music Supply on Vimeo.
Jay Lichty LFAC Lucky Strike Redwood "The Tree" Mahogany Demo by Corey Fujimoto from Hawaii Music Supply on Vimeo.


text: On my post for writers to post their questions, Victoria Crowley of VictoriaScotiaCrowley.com asked: "Outlines. Let's talk about outlines. How can outlines can be a useful tool for writing a book? And what's the best way to use them?" Outlines. Outlines are like a warm heater in a cold cabin after coming in from the … Continue reading On Writing: Let's Talk About Outlines, aka TIME FOR A SHOUT OUT


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SCBWI congratulates Norman Jorgenson and James Foley for The Last Viking, published by Fremantle Press to be awarded at the SCBWI Conference 29th June-2nd July at The Hughenden Hotel Sydney.
'A victorious story about a boy with a wild imagination, this humorous and pertinent narrative not only addresses the serious issue of bullying, but also highlights a moving relationship between grandfather and grandson.' Good Reads.
Norman Jorgenson: "At first I actually couldn't believe we actually won the award, considering the huge wealth of talent that inhabits SCBWI in Australia. Being a peer chosen award it feels just like winning an Academy Award, but without Angelina Jolie.
To remind myself of how special this is, I look back through the pages of the book and at James Foley's gorgeous illustrations and I'm reminded of a piece of advice from a well-known writer who said, if you are going to write picture books make sure your publisher saddles you with a great illustrator.
It makes all the difference. He wasn't wrong. And seeing as James and I met on a SCBWI retreat, and first decided there to do the book together, it sort of feels appropriate that we will also be at a SCBWI conference to accept the award. SCBWI, what a great organisation. I love it!"
James Foley: "Being in SCBWI has kick-started my career- it's how I met Norman, it's how I met Cate Sutherland from Fremantle Press, it's how I met Sarah Foster from Walker Books. It's where I've met some of favourite friends. And now it's given me this award. It's very humbling."
The Crystal Kite Awards are given by the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) each year to recognize great books from the 70 SCBWI regions around the world.
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Glenda Millard won the inaugural Crystal Kite Award in 2010 and in 2011, it was awarded to Claire Saxby for her picture book, There Was an Old Sailor.Claire's award will also be presented to her at this coming conference along with Norm and James.
And the last words are from James and friends....