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Hello and welcome back to day 32!
Today is going to be an exciting day. We're going to work on something that we've never seen before in any of the tutorials: Saving and Loading data in Unity!
Specifically, we're going to save and load our high score from our game in Unity.
From this great Unity video on how to Save and Load data and my own research, I found 3 ways for us to save data:
- Using PlayerPrefs
- Using Data Serialization
- Using a Server
Now with our goals set, let's get started!
Step 1: Saving with PlayerPrefs
In the first step, we're going to look at some of the possible ways we can save and load data.
From this great Unity video on how to Save and Load data and my own research, I found 3 ways for us to save data:
Note: for step 1, none of the code will be used in our actual game.
In fact, we're going to make a separate script just for this.
Step 1.1: Using PlayerPrefs
The first method is PlayerPrefs.
PlayerPrefs is a class that we call that allows us to save and load simple data (think numbers and string) across multiple game sessions.
We can think of PlayerPrefs as a dictionary/table object that takes in a key/value pairing.
For those who haven't worked with something like this before, what this means is that PlayerPrefs is an object that we can store specific values to a string and when we want to get that value back, we can give it the string.
We'll see how this works:
- In our GameManager game object, click Add Component and create a new TestSaveManager
In the code, we're just going to store a value in and then print it out to our console.
Here it is:
using UnityEngine; public class FakeSaveManager : MonoBehaviour { void Start () { if (PlayerPrefs.HasKey("FakeScore")) { int savedScore = PlayerPrefs.GetInt("FakeScore"); print("We have a score from a different session " + savedScore); } else { PlayerPrefs.SetInt("FakeScore", 1337); print("We don't have a score yet, so we're adding one in"); } } }
New Variables Used
Walking Through the Code
PlayerPrefs is a static object that we can just access. Here's what we did:
- In Start() the first thing we did was check if we stored a value to our key string: FakeScore.
From here 2 things will happen.
First Run Through
The first time we run the code, we haven't stored anything yet, so we'll go to our else statement and set an Int with the value 1337 to our key FakeScore.
We also print in our console notifying us that it's the first time we did that.
Now if we run the game for the first time, here's what we'll see:
Notice that it says we don't have a score yet?
Second Run Through
Now after we ran the code for the first time and we added our key/value pair to our PlayerPrefs. If we were to run the code again, we'll go to the other code path.
In the if statement, we'll get the value we stored inside our key "FakeScore", which is 1337.
We'll print out 1337.
Play our game again and here's what we get:
See how we have a score now? That means our score persisted from our previous game. Neat!
Step 1.2: Why use PlayerPrefs
Looking at what we've done, when do we want to use PlayerPrefs?
The benefit of PlayerPrefs is:
- Fast and easy to use with no setup required to store primitive variables
The con of PlayerPrefs:
- If the data we're storing is important, the user can easily access the data and change it
Why is it insecure you might ask?
Well, it turns out that any data that we're saving is saved in open space on your computer. In a Windows machine, you can find these values un-encrypted in our registry. Here it is:
Do you see the 2nd item from the top of the list FakeScore and the value is 1337.
Any computer savvy hacker who has knowledge of how Unity works can easily go in and make changes to these values to increase our score.
To summarize: Only use PlayerPrefs to store information that doesn't really affect the game, such as player settings: brightness, audio sound, special effects, etc.
Do not use it to store things like high scores or sensitive information like your credit card information.
Step 2: Saving with Data Serialization
After looking at PlayerPrefs we have another method of storing data and that is using data serialization with the help of BinaryFormatter and FileStreamclass.
How this method works, is that we're:
- Taking data (either an object we made serializable, a primitive value, or a JSON)
- Convert it to numbers
- Storing it somewhere in our device
We'll discuss the details further down.
Step 2.1: Using Data Serialization
I've made some changes to our FakeSaveManager:
using System.IO; using System.Runtime.Serialization.Formatters.Binary; using UnityEngine; public class FakeSaveManager : MonoBehaviour { void Start () { /*if (PlayerPrefs.HasKey("FakeScore")) { int savedScore = PlayerPrefs.GetInt("FakeScore"); print("We have a score from a different session " + savedScore); } else { PlayerPrefs.SetInt("FakeScore", 1337); print("We don't have a score yet, so we're adding one in"); }*/ SaveWithSerializer(); LoadWithSerializer(); } private void SaveWithSerializer() { BinaryFormatter formatter = new BinaryFormatter(); print("Save location: " + Application.persistentDataPath); FileStream fileStream = File.Create(Application.persistentDataPath + "/save.dat"); formatter.Serialize(fileStream, 1337); fileStream.Close(); } private void LoadWithSerializer() { BinaryFormatter formatter = new BinaryFormatter(); FileStream fileStream= File.Open(Application.persistentDataPath + "/save.dat", FileMode.Open); print("serializer got back: " + formatter.Deserialize(fileStream)); fileStream.Close(); } }
New Variables Used
Walking Through the Code
The first thing you might notice is that I commented out the PlayerPrefab code. We don't need that anymore, we're just going to focus on the serialization part.
Before we walk through the code, let's talk about these individual classes that we're using.
We can think of FileStream is a class that allows us to interact with files. In this case, use File.Create() and File.Open() to give us access to these files that we want to access.
Notice how we use something called Application.persistentDataPath when we create and open a file? persistentDataPath is a file location in our computer/phone that we can use to store our game files. Each path is different depending on the OS that the game is running on.
On a windows machine, here's where the file would be saved to:
Notice how we called our file "save.dat", that's just what we call it, the file can be any format we want and it'll still function the same way.
After we set up our FileStream, we will give it to our BinarySerializer so that it can use it to store our data.
It's also important to remember that when we're done using a FileStream, we should always call Close() to prevent a memory leak.
We can think of the BinaryFormatter class as a useful utility that takes in a FileStream and reads/write data into the file.
In our specific example, I put the float 1337 inside, but we can put in classes that we create ourselves.
However, if we were to create our own object, we must make sure we tell Unity to serialize it (by putting [Serialize] on top of the class name).
The two important function we have to know is Serialize() and Deserialize().
- Serialize is how we change our data into binary and then store them in our File
- Deserialize is how we read the data back from binary.
If we were to open the file that we saved data into, here's what we have:
Now that we understand everything used, let's walk through the code:
- In Start(), we call SaveWithSerializer() which uses a BinaryFormatter and a FileStream to help us store our data, which in this case is just a float value.
- We create a new FileStream with the path to where we want to save our data to. We use Application.persistentDataPath to give us a location to store our file that changes depending on what OS is running our game. This is Unity making sure we put our save files in the right location so we can access it back later no matter what platform we're using.
- After we have our FileStream we would use the BinaryFormatter to Serialize our data to the path we specified. After that, make sure to close our FileStream to prevent memory leaks!
- After we save, we call LoadWithSerializer() we do a similar operation where we create a BinaryFormatter and a FileStream to the location of the file we previously saved.
- With these two objects, we Deserialize, which means we unencrypt our data and put it back into a usable form for us. At this point, we have our data back.
Step 2.2: Why Use Data Serialization?
At this point, you might guess why we might want to use Data Serialization:
- Our data is encrypted so it's harder for the players to find it and modify the file.
- In our example, we only store one variable, but we can actually save a lot more than just that
However, just like the PlayerPrefab, the con is:
- We know the location of the file, and just because it's in binary, it doesn't mean it can't be reverse engineered!
When should we use Data Serialization?
The answer: almost everything! Data serialization can be used as a database for our equipment, magic spells, and more! We can also use it to store information about our player character.
My only caveat is that if the game you're creating is multiplayer where you don't want players to have an unfair advantage, then you DO NOT want to save data about the player locally.
We can store information that the game references where we don't modify, such as stats of an equipment locally, however information like player inventory is best stored somewhere else.
Where is that somewhere else? Good question, that's the topic of our next method.
Step 3: Saving Data to A Server
The final and last way for us to store data for our game are to save the data to an external web server which we control and access.
From the external server, we would keep track of the state of the player, for example:
- What level they are
- How much money they are
- What items they have in their inventory
All information that is changeable by the player should be saved externally in a server, where we can do verifications to make sure the player is what they say they are.
Step 3.1: Using a Server
I'm not going to create a server, but rather discuss how we would do it if we wanted to.
The first thing we must do is host a web server online somewhere.
Once the server is up, from our game, ie the client, we would make HTTP network request to our server passing around whatever data our server requires.
A general flow of what we would expect is that:
- Whenever we're ready to save our data, we would send the data to our server
- Whenever we want to load our data, we would make a request to our server for our data.
When sending data over the network, we can't just send our whole class over, our web server have no idea what anything is.
To solve this problem, we're going to have to convert our objects into a JSON object and then send it across the network.
I won't go too deep into the details, but a JSON object is basically a string representation of our object that we can easily convert back and forth.
We would send this string to our server where we would parse it, validate the data, and then save it in the database.
When we're loading information, the server would send a JSON object back to the game where we would also parse and change the JSON back into something we can use.
Step 3.2 Why use a server?
The benefit of using this approach to store our data is:
- Cheating is impossible. Assuming there are no vulnerabilities and we have good data checks, it'll be very hard for the player to be able to modify their own data and have it saved on our server.
- Similar to Data Serialization, we can save more complex data than just primitive variables.
The cons are:
- We need a server, which costs money.
- There's more overhead work needed. We need to create our own database, know how to set up a server, and deal with storing multiple players instead of one.
The big question here is: when should we use a server?
The answer: In any game that has multiplayer that we don't want players to get an unfair advantage against each other. If not, there should be no problem to storing everything locally.
Today, we explored the options that are available to us to save data in a game.
The 3 ways we explored are:
- PlayerPrefs
- Data Serialization
- Sever
Most likely, in a real game, we would use all 3, but the best way for me to summarize when to use each is:
Use PlayerPrefs to store player setting information that doesn't affect the game itself.
Use Data Serialization to store database information that we will only reference, but not change
Use a Server when we have a multiplayer game where we want to ensure no one can cheat by sending all player data to a server where we can do validation on the authenticity of the data.
For a single player game, however, we can save the data in a serialized file or if it's simple enough, even in our PlayerPrefs.
Now that we spent Day 32 looking at saving data, it's finally time for us to start using it on Day 33!
I'll see you all next time to start putting everything we learned into action!
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Nathan & Kierstyn | Christ Community Church Wedding Photography | Laguna Hills, Calif. | 11-7-15
I got my photography start with lululemon athletica in 2012, shooting brand photography of their technical clothing in action. Here is a sampling from several of those first shoots.
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Here's another wedding from the days before I was blogging (2013!)... so here are Andi & Pat, in their joyful and carefree wedding at Bommer Canyon in Irvine, CA.
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This Ficus stole my heart the minute I saw it! I can't express how beautiful it is... Everyone needs one. The variegation looks painted on, and this plant features the thick rubbery leaves that are unique to ficus elastica.
Shown in a 4" size, white pot not included.
Care needs: Ficus like to find a spot and stay in it! The spot needs bright indirect light and water once the top of the soil is dry.


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With the 13th Karnataka State Wildlife Board meeting scheduled for the coming week, wildlife conservationists, forest officials and activists have expressed serious concern on the issue of the Hubballi-Ankola rail line project being cleared. This proposal has bounced back even after being rejected many times by various state and Central authorities.
The 20-year-old Hubballi-Ankola rail project will require the diversion of 727 hectares of pristine evergreen and semi-deciduous forests and 2.2 lakh trees in Karwar, Yellapur and Dharwad will need to be felled. "These forest lands fall in the ecologically fragile Western Ghats which is home to rare and endangered flora and fauna. If the project is cleared, it will destroy the natural and perennial flow of many tributaries and rivers in the Kali Valley, thereby creating havoc in the natural ecosystem of Karnataka and leading to climatic changes," said forest officials.
A former chief wildlife warden, who has taken the lead in opposing the project, said, "After the notification of Kali Tiger Reserve (KTR) in 2008, there was focused conservation activity and one could see a visual change with excellent bamboo regeneration. In the next decade or two, KTR will be the best habitat for tigers and elephants. Kali Valley being the notified ESZ for KTR, it falls on the northern side of the valley while the 'rail alignment' is on the southern side. After Kodasalli/Kadra dams and Kaiga project, there has been a virtual eco-adaptation in the entire landscape. This rail line will disturb the wildlife and the entire valley, which is the catchment area for the Kali river. The rail project should be dumped once and for all."
Further, studies and analysis done by Central and state agencies have stated that with the Ballari iron ore production at a standstill, this rail line will just be a passenger link. With three more rail links in this region and a highway, the project does not serve any purpose. The Vasco Line is just 20 km away from Karwar port and can serve any future ore transportation needs, he adds. A senior forest official added, "It was the Indian Institute of Science's (IISc) technical report which opened a shut case. They played a dubious role by giving a set of non-implementable mitigation measures to please the then government. Based on this, the then PCCF recommended the project in 2012. However, earlier IISc (2011) studies had warned the rail line would cause heavy deforestation. Based on their study in Kali basin and central Western Ghats, they said there were already declining water levels in many rivers."


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You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me. ~C.S. Lewis
I got my rain.
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Looking for the best 3rd wedding anniversary gifts? We have compiled the best for any recipient, whether it is your husband or wife!
During the third wedding year, most couples start to have the kids and get comfy with each other. The third wedding anniversary is the time when couples give leather or crystal gifts as traditional and modern gift ideas, respectively. Third anniversaries are often celebrated by giving a spouse (or the couple who are celebrating) gifts that are made of leather (traditional) or crystal (modern).
If you and your spouse are celebrating your third year, congratulations, and I have gift ideas for you!
Leather Bound Memory Book (Of You Both)
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Do you know what is a great gift idea? Compile the most memorable (and flattering) pictures of you both and add them to this memory book. Give this to your spouse at the end of your third anniversary date. This memory book will do the job well because it is made of leather and the traditional gift idea for the third year anniversary is leather.
Leather Wallet
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The husband will definitely love to receive something that will replace his old tattered leather wallet. This super good-looking tri-fold wallet can contain more cards, cash, and receipts than an OCD paper collector. Do not think this gift is boring, ladies! Men would prefer something that is useful to something decorative any day. This is a great symbolic gift for your husband, women!
Leather Rose
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The wife would love something that is symbolic and memorable, gentlemen. This piece of decorative rose looks good and it represents leather, the traditional gift idea for third wedding anniversaries. Your wife can put this on top of her desk if she works in an office, or on her bedside table.
Personalized Leather Tray
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This is one unique, personalized and wonderful 3rd anniversary gift for the lady of the house. To make it even more intimate and personal, his and her initials and wedding date can be inscribed in the leather turning it into one memorable piece for her. This is also a perfect organizer for her jewelries, watches and other valuables.
Memory Keepsake Booklet in Leather
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This is an amazing copy of the Adventure Book that Elie from the movie Up kept! Perfect for movie geeks.
This memory keepsake booklet presented in leather is a perfect anniversary present especially for celebrating her 3rd year of marriage. This comes with a journal that will help her remember and reminisce just married romantic memories from the heart. This will truly bring a smile on her face every time she reads what is inside this leather booklet.
Leather Coasters
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These leather coasters truly represent the three year mark of married life. It is even made more special as the couple's initials are laser engraved in the heart shape design and more so, the wedding anniversary date is also highlighted. Indeed, a great remembrance to cherish. Giving more reason to express your love even more.
Engraved Leather Picture Frame
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To significantly celebrate your 3rd wedding anniversary, this engraved leather picture frame is a must-have for your wife. The leather material will truly make this picture frame more meaningful and inspiring as it represents three years of married bliss. The more reason to celebrate more years ahead.
Leather Photo Album
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One best way to truly touch the heart is to reminisce wonderful memories and weddings are always a great happy celebration to remember. This leather photo album will be one useful and helpful gift idea to bring back those joyful moments which will definitely put a smile on her face as you celebrate your 3rd wedding anniversary.
Engraved Leather Plaque
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This engraved leather plaque is truly a must-have for any couple hitting their 3-year milestone. With its carved and not printed texts, this will be one important gift that you can give your wife. Truly a wonderful blessing to celebrate your third.
Personalized Leather Bookmark
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Looking for useful 3rd wedding anniversary gfits? This is the one.
This useful yet meaningful bookmark is a cute reminder of your three wonderful years together and all the great moments that are yet to come. This gift will surely let her curl up in an armchair, have coffee, and revisit a favorite read. With this leather bookmark, she will never forget which chapter she can look forward to next.
Engraved Luggage Tag
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As you celebrate your 3rd year couple milestone, these unique customized engraved leather luggage tags are a romantic way to decorate your suitcases. Whether you embark on another adventure together, or as a sentimental reminder of each other's vow when both are traveling alone, this is such a sweet keepsake to remind you of your leather anniversary.
Photo-Engraved Leather
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It would be very sweet if one of your treasured wedding photos is laser engraved onto leather for a wonderful gift for your wife on your third wedding anniversary. These 3rd wedding anniversary gifts can also be a lifelong keepsake and can even be a family heirloom.
Leather Bag for her
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This one is for the road. To make her more appreciated, a leather bag gift to mark your 3 years of being together is a sure winner. This will not only be a gorgeous gift, but this will definitely show your lady's elegance, charm, and beauty. Choose a color that will complement her career or clothing. Thus, for a stylish wife, receiving a bag will always be treasured.
Custom Leather Key Chain
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If you and your spouse love to travel, then this functional leather passport is one great anniversary gift to celebrate your 3rd wedding anniversary. Surprise her with another anniversary trip and use this leather passport cover to put your tickets. This cover does not only hold passports but will be of use to other travel essentials such as your cards, cash, and tickets. A wonderful companion to have on your next best trip ever.
Personalized Leather Bracelet for Couples
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This is one cool leather wedding anniversary gift for your wife. It will be more meaningful if your message or promise of love for her is engraved in this bracelet. This will be one accessory that she would really love to wear every day as this is a reminder that your love for each other is for keeps.
Crystal Cufflinks
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3rd wedding anniversary gifts can also be made from crystal, for a modern theme.
A piece of good crystal jewelry like these fine cufflinks will do the trick in making your husband more elegant during workdays. He will definitely look great with these on and his co-workers will pay him complements with your gift. A huge ego boost!
Crystal Earrings
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3rd wedding anniversary gifts can also be made of crystal, and it opens the opportunity to give jewelry to the women.
The wife would love to receive a sparkly, breath-taking set of crystal earrings, like these super fashionable crystal dangling earrings. Women just love a good-looking piece of jewelry and picking this kind of gift for your wife will earn you more brownie points. These look elegant and have a bit of weight that indicates that it is made of glass, not cheap plastic.
Crystal Couple's Watches
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If you are giving a gift to a couple who celebrates their third year, this super elegant crystal couple's watch is a great gift idea for this occasion. The couple will appreciate the time (pun intended) you took picking for an awesome gift for them. This high-quality pair of watches are made of a black and gold alloy, with crystal details.
Waterford Crystal Clock
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This is another great crystal gift idea for a third anniversary. This mantle clock just looks so elegant and a couple celebrating their third year will love this. Waterford, a renowned manufacturer of crystal products has perfected the creation of crystal clocks like this, so you should get this one. This will look good on top of a coffee table or a fireplace mantle.
DIY 3rd Leather Wedding Anniversary Gift: Remember I Love You
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The concept of this gift idea is simple but extremely sweet. What you have to do is to create little heart-shaped packets (made of cloth or any material you are comfortable making or… you can grab one of these leather hearts so you can halve the creation time and make it even more symbolic) and hide them everywhere in the house. Let your spouse find them on their own (that means do not tell him where you hid them!) but make sure you hide them somewhere they are bound to find them (like inside the car or coffee jar). This is a long-lasting DIY 3rd wedding anniversary gifts that are bound to give a loving feeling even a few days after.
More 3rd Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Him
The traditional theme when a couple celebrates three years of marriage is leather. By the third wedding anniversary, couples give each other presents made of leather to celebrate.
If you are a wife that is looking for a leather anniversary gift for her husband.
This list is divided into three ideas, something useful, something romantic, and something fun. Also, take note that this list is for presents for men.
Useful Leather Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Him
Most guys would want to receive a useful gift. You can get him one from the suggestions below:
- A leather wallet. This is a classic gift suggestion for the third wedding anniversary and it is for a reason: men find wallets useful. Buy him a bifold wallet that does not get too thick because a thick wallet is uncomfortable to sit on.
- A pair of leather shoes.
- Reversible leather belt. I own a reversible belt similar to this Kenneth Cole's reversible belt. Very sturdy.
- A fashionable watch with a leather strap.
- Leather bracelet. I personally like the woven leather. I used to wear these when I was dating my wife.
- Leather backpack.
- How about leather car seats? He will love that you know how to woo him and his car.
- You can also buy a leather wheel cover.
- A leather watch case.
- A leather messenger bag.
- Leather couch.
- Leather slippers.
Romantic Leather Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Him
Some men would love to get romanced too! Here are some sweet leather anniversary gift ideas.
- A leather-bound photobook of your travels.
- Leather photo frame.
- Get yourself a boudoir photoshoot then compile the photos in a leather-bound book.
- A leather heart handmade card. Fairly easy to DIY, too.
- A leather portrait of you two, on tanned leather. This is super novel and if you want a sweet leather gift, I'd recommend this one.
Fun Leather Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Him
Leather gift ideas that will make him laugh or excite him
Now have some fun with some leather!
- A leather jacket…
- And leather pants! I can almost hear the footloose theme song!
- A hide tanning workshop! You can learn how to tan the hides of animals to make fur and leather!
- A leather necktie. Clearly, a leather tie is not for an office outfit. It is for casual preppy wear!
- Water skin. This looks so authentic and makes a man feel macho (like my idol, Bear Grylls).
- This leather-scented candle. This is especially good if he has a man cave.
- A poker set. Poker sets are usually boxed inside a nice leather case. This gives him a new plaything he can use with the boys.
- Football. This is a nice sporty anniversary gift for your man. Many men like sports!
- A drinking flask with a leather exterior. You can also get the personalizable ones where you can engrave the receiver's initials. Something like this super nice-looking leather flask from Personal Creations.
More 3rd Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Her
Leather is the traditional theme for the third year of marriage. Couples celebrate this occasion by giving each other gifts that are made of leather.
If you are looking for a leather wedding anniversary gift for your wife, you can take a look at this list and see if you find it useful in getting that perfect themed gift for your love.
Take note that this list is for gifts for the wives. If you want a list for a husband, you can look at the list I published earlier here.
This list is in three parts, something useful, something romantic and something fun.
Useful Leather Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Her
Some women would want stuff they can wear or use every day. You can go through the useful route if you are the kind of guy who likes to see his spouse using the things he gave her.
- Leather handbag! Did someone say Michael Kors?
- A pair of nice high heel shoes…
- …and because women love shoes, how about a pair of leather skin boots?
- Leather flip-flops for those hot and casual days.
- Moleskin journal. This is a nice avenue for her to write down her thoughts.
- A beautiful leather belt, perhaps?
- This leather cuff bracelet is the cutest thing ever! The owl is a really nice touch and its jewel eyes are the star of the accessory.
- This really nice DIY leather key fob.
- Cowhide necklace, perhaps? Go for the retro-looking handmade cowhide necklace. Like this one. The seahorse trinket is really cute.
- Your wife would appreciate a nice leather wallet.
- You can both have a nice leather lounge chair. Women do appreciate a nice, classy piece of furniture in the house.
- Leather smartphone covers look super sleek. Buy something that suits her personality… consider her favorite color, design, etc.
- Coasters made of leather. You can buy one but you can actually do this yourself. Here is a tutorial from Indestructables.
- You can create these super neat leather feather earrings. Of course, this is another DIY leather wedding anniversary gift idea. Labor of love! This makes her look like Tiger Lilly, don't you think?
Romantic Leather Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Her
You can romance her with your leather anniversary gifts. Here are some ideas!
- A super nice portrait of you two burned on leather.
- This leather rose is nice and very decorative. She will be reminded of you every time she sees it.
- You can also create DIY leather flowers. Here is another very nice step-by-step instructions by Indestructables.
- How about a leather heart card?
- These DIY leather conversation hearts are really nice!
- This ultra cute leather heart necklace. Pretty!
- Handmade leather bracelet.
- Leather Heart Key Ring. Very cute and very useful!
- This cute leather clutch bag. It says, "I love you" on the inside!
Fun Leather Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Her
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The trial of George Huguely, the University of Virginia lacrosse player who is accused of murdering Baltimore's Yeardley Love, began yesterday. No surprise, it sounds like the two had a toxic relationship.
"Drunken rages, romantic betrayals and teary reconciliations defined the relationship between University of Virginia students Yeardley Love and George Huguely V," said the prosecution in its opening statement Wednesday in Charlottesville, Virginia, reports The Washington Post.
A few days before she died, he sent her an email that said in part: "I should have killed you." Prosecutors publicly revealed that e-mail for the first time yesterday.
One rumor circling around Baltimore for years is that the sweet-faced Notre Dame Prep grad feared the athlete for months and planned to break all ties with him after graduation. She died just weeks before graduating from the University of Virginia.
In one incident that left Love hysterical, a male lacrosse player from another university intervened at a party when he heard noises coming from a room and found Love in a "choke hold" by Huguely. Love was visibly "shaking and upset" by the episode, her roommate Caitlin Whitely testified.
Huguely's lawyers said in their opening statement yesterday that their client never planned or wanted to hurt Love, and therefore the lesser crime of involuntary manslaughter, "should be the only verdict you carefully" weigh.
Eight witnesses testified yesterday including Love's mother, Sharon, and her older sister, Lexie, who described the call notifying her of Yeardley's death. She also spoke of the trip back home to Cockeysville, with Yeardley's car full of her possessions trailing behind.


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Celebrated with much enthusiasm and zeal, Durga Puja is an extravagant affair in Kolkata. Bringing together the affluent religious as well as cultural history, Durga Puja is the time when Kolkata brightens up with lively colours and become a perfect place to travel for. During this time, the city takes you to the people wearing traditional clothes, lively bazaars along with more than thousand colourful Pandals, revealing various forms of goddess Durga. With the most elaborate and innovative themes, these Kolkata Durga Puja Pandals attract people from all over the world and make Durga Puja one of the greatest events in India. So, here we present to you the best Durga Puja Pandal in Kolkata.
Location: North Kolkata, along the river at Kumartuli Park, just before Bagbazar.
Nearest Metro Station: Sovabazar Metro
It is one of the youngest and the prominent Durgatsab in Kolkata, displaying the grandeur of Goddess Durga in the most amazing way. The Kumartuli Park Durga Puja Pandal displays a fusion of old-fashioned art and magnificence architecture which brings every aspect of traditional Indian culture. The Puja here is particularly different because it takes place where many of the Durga idols are handcrafted by professional clay makers. Moreover, the idols of goddess Durga and other deities made by these potters of Kumartuli are also exported to US, UK, Canada and South East Asian countries for the Durga Puja Festival.
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Location: North Kolkata. Near the Bagbazar Launch Ghat and Bagbazar Kolkata
Nearest Metro Station: Shayambazar
Almost being there for 100 years now, Bagbazar is one of the oldest Durga Puja Pandals in Kolkata. Situated near Bagbazaar Launch Ghat in North Kolkata, It is comparatively a simpler one with major importance given to the traditional rituals and culture. This Durga Pandal in Kokata is one of the most renowned pandal and attracts huge number of crowds from all over India. The pandals brings beautifully decorated idol of Goddess Durga along with carnival rides, stalls and exhibitions. They also organize art and dance events to let you experience the charm of Durga Puja in the most beautiful way possible.
Location: Chittaranjan Ave, Calcutta University, College Square, Kolkata, West Bengal 700073
Nearest Metro Station: Mahatma Gandhi Road
Organized every year with great enthusiasm, Durga Puja held at Mohammad Ali Park is one of the popular Durga Puja organized in Kolkata. The event displays various replicas of famous monuments all over the world, magnificent architecture and artistically decorated various forms of Goddess Durga. The decoration of the Durga Pandal is so detailed and amazing that it will always going to be a must watch thing in Kolkata.
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Location: Tank No 3, Dum Dum Park, South Dum Dum, Kolkata, West Bengal
Nearest Metro Station: Belgachia
Depicting variety of themes and forms of art, Dum Dum Park Tarun Sangha Durga Puja is a must visit during the Durga Puja festival in Kolkata. Like every year, the specialty of the Puja Pandal is the amazing display of lively colours and the diverse form of goddess Durga. All these celebrations in Durga Puja enhance the festive mood and bring you more close to your family and obviously the Goddess Durga, crafted by the expert artisans. Along with the lively ambience and bazaars, there will be live folk performance by renowned artistes.
Location: No. 69/1, Sikdar Bagan Street, Hati Bagan, Kolkata, West Bengal 700004
Nearest Metro Station : Shyam Bazar
Started in 1913, Sikdar Bagan Sadharan Durga Puja is the oldest Durga Puja in Kolkata. The Sikdar Bagan Sadharan Durga Puja Pandal offers century old tradition, rich cultural ambience and most spiritual environment. The specialty of this pandal in Kolkata is the pratima of goddess Durga, which is skillfully and creatively designed to create a vibrant atmosphere during the festival. Due to shortage of space, The Pandal Samity tries to keep the decorations simple because of the lack of space but with decorative lights and lively environment, it become a scene you cannot miss in Kolkata.
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Location: Near P.S Lake Town, Canal Street, Sree Bhumi, Kolkata, West Bengal
Nearest Metro Station- Tollygunge Metro Station
We all are true fans of Bahubali but, do you remember the palace of Mahishmati? Then, get ready as the durga puja pandal at Sree Bhumi Sporting Club, is going to create the almost the similar model of that huge palace. With lights, decoration and the perfect lively environment, the Pandal looks nothing but a sight to behold. Considered as one of the best Pandals in Kolkata, this Pandal in Kolkata attracts people from all the nearby places.
Location: Super Snack Bar, Block M 500 and 505, Station Rd, New Alipore, Kolkata,
Nearest Metro Station - Rabindra Sarovar
With its creative outdoor exhibit, themed on a different state of India every year, Suruchi Sangha Durga Pandal in Kolkata is one of the best places to visit in Kolkata during Durga Puja. This Puja Pandal is more than 50 years old and became popular it won an award for the best decorated Pandal in 2003. The art works done by the Pandal samiti are wonderful with the vibrant lights and Durga Idols, modeled on how they look in various states of India.
Location: Lake Town Link Road, Near Jaya Cinema. Kolkata
Nearest Metro Station: Belgachia
Different from other popular Durga puja pandals in Kolkata, the Lake Town Adhibasi Brinda Durga Pandal do not displays big structures rather work their heart out to create themes like social awareness, current events, pilgrimage and rural life with a diverse and traditional form of Goddess Durga. Bringing a total celebration feel, the event also organizes cultural programs like song, dance and drama along with blood donation camps, health check up, and providing financial help to the poor.
Location: 205-A, Shri Aurobindo Sarani Rd, Hati Bagan, Shyam Bazar, Kolkata
Nearest Metro Station: Shyam Bazaar
Every year Nalin Sarkar Durga Pandal displays the perfect mix of nature and heritage in Durga Puja. The Samity put all its efforts to make the Durga Puja event most amazing with the colourful ambience, creatively designed Pandal and the Goddess durga made up of pottery. Located close to other famous Durga Pujas in North Kolkata, the Nalin Sarkar Street Sarbojanin Durgatsab is a must visit during the Durga Puja festival in Kolkata.
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Location: Raja Ram Mohan Sarani, Maniktala, Maniktala, Kolkata
Nearest Metro Station - Girish Park
Started in the year 1943, this Durga Puja Pandal is very famous in Kolkata and has earned numerous awards for its unique set up and decorations. Seeing the growing demand to witness Durga Puja here, the samity over the years has put lot of efforts to maintain the tradition and creating a distinct environment during the Durga Puja festival in Kolkata. In the event you can enjoy Dhunuchi dance, Dhaki competition, and Sindoor khela, to experience the best moments of festivities.
Read More : Durga Puja Other Than Bengal
Location: 15, Ekdalia Road, Ekdalia, Ballygunge, Kolkata, West Bengal
Nearest Metro Station: Kalighat
Started in the year 1943 and famous for its stunning replicas of various temples from across India, Ekdalia Evergreen Durga Puja Pandal in Kolkata is a worth site in Kolkata. The most special aspect of Ekdalia Evergreen Club Durga Pandal in Kolkata is creating the tallest Durga idol in the city along with the age old traditions and customs. The interior and exterior work of the Pandal with music and lightings simply brings up the most amazing festive mood in Kolkata.
If you want to catch a good glimpse of these idols and the magnificence of the Pandal, we suggest you to plan your travel before. Book your cheap flights now to Kolkata and have an unforgettable experience around the festivities.


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A modern beachfront 2 bedroom apartment in Nai Thon boasting a fantastic location on the serene and unspoiled Naithon Beach.
Situated on the 2nd floor the apartment has a contemporary, open-plan design with a large living area and kitchen space.
Leading from the living area is a private balcony that looks through to the white sandy Naithon Beach.
The master bedroom offers a king-size bed and en-suite bathroom including a built-in wardrobe, a large bathtub, and a separate walk-in shower.
Adjacent to the living area is the guest bedroom which includes a queen-size bed. Complete with wooden sliding doors for added privacy.
This apartment in Nai Thon is located in a beautiful development consisting of 6 residential buildings surrounding a large communal swimming pool and communal facilities which include a gym and 24-hour security.
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In India, some Hindus believe that drinking cow urine and applying cow dung to the body will heal all ailments, including Corona.
A few people from other faiths think it is funny. As a pluralist, it is my sincere suggestion to look into their own faith for some of their beliefs and stop denigrating other's religions. Every tradition has such beliefs, including yours. If you cannot find it, write to us, we will be happy to do the research and share such views in your faith.
Most everything in life is about a belief; we need to be respectful of others' beliefs and resist the temptations to ridicule it. There is nothing wrong with one's belief: As long as they practice their belief without imposing on others, what is your problem?
I believe almost everyone is fully aware of the precautions to take with Corona. Washing hands, cleaning your cell phone surface, and a whole lot more.
During 1916 and1918, millions died around the world with the influenza epidemic. A majority of my family members were laid to rest during that period. In my family, the individuals left were my grandma, my father (2 years old then), my aunt, great uncle and aunt, and their son and daughter. Now, Corona is swallowing lives; however, in 1918, we did not have medicine for many diseases. Thanks to the progress we have made, we are finding cures as soon as a new virus emerges. Our scientists will find a cure for it. Meanwhile, we will lose many loved ones among all of us.
May God help us. Who knows who goes when? My suggestion is for everyone to seek forgiveness and forgive others and be ready to go in peace with a clean slate and sans-anxieties. May we all have empathy for others.
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On a tip off from East End Prints I scrambled down to the catch the last few minutes of Rad Science, put together by illustration collective Hero of Switzerland. I arrived at the 5th Base Gallery with half an hour to spare but sadly there were already artworks and name tags disappearing from the walls as the exhibition fell apart around me. Here's a quick edit of the light hearted and often humorous work that most grabbed my attention as I whipped around at warp speed, all inspired by the world of science.
I always love a mushroom. This bright illustration is by Naomi Batts.
Girl Germs showcases great typography by Esme Tearle.
I've been admiring the work of Raj Dhunna on instagram for awhile so it was good to see it in real life. His Observation Experiment showcases his colourful outsize style.
Wooden cutouts of famous scientists were presented by Biff.
I don't know what this says about me, but I really want a wooden penis. Aren't they ace? By Jenny Haytch.
Hey Laserlips robot art is by Sam Peet.
Finally Recognise this? I Win by Adam Graff; you can also find his work for sale from East End Prints.
All these artworks first appeared on my instagram feed, so don't forget to follow me on instagram if you want to share my discoveries as I find them.
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Expanding FOIL Expressions
Algebra: FOIL Help
Home | FOIL menu | Algebra menu
FOIL stands for:
referring to the order in which you multiply the terms using the distributive law.
Example: Expand (2x-1)(1x+5) a.k.a. (2x-1)(x+5)
First term: (2x)(1x) = 2x2
Outside term: (2x)(5) = 10x
Inside term: (-1)(1x) = -1x
Last term: (-1)(5) = -5
Adding everything together we get:
2x2 + 10x - 1x - 5
= 2x2 + 9x - 5
Difference of squares
If you have something like (x+5)(x-5) you will notice that it expands to x2+0x-25. But, since the coefficient in front of the x is 0, we write it as x2-25.
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As a child Luke (Miles Robbins) has an imaginary friend called Daniel (Patrick Schwarzenegger) who appears following the breakdown of his parents' marriage and witnessing a shooting in a local café. When Daniel causes Luke to almost kill his mother, he locks him in as doll house and doesn't think of him again. Years pass by and Luke contends with his mother's deteriorating mental condition while trying to study at college. His therapist suggests he needs to let his imagination free once again, which causes Daniel to return but this time he's ready to wreak havoc.
Daniel Isn't Real is from director Adam Egypt Mortimer and the best way I can think to describe it is as a horror version of the Rik Mayall classic Drop Dead Fred. The film starts off playfully enough with Luke as a child playing with Daniel. Together they have sword battles and play nicely together, until Daniel starts encouraging Luke to engage in dangerous behaviour. When Daniel returns, he once again starts off friendly enough, giving Luke the courage to be less socially awkward and more confident.
It doesn't take long before Daniel tries to instruct Luke's every move, something that Luke initially refuses to let him do. A chance meeting with Cassie (Sasha Lane) gives Luke some grounding in reality but Daniel does his best to get between them, not wanting Luke to find happiness. Instead Daniel is content on taking over Luke completely so he can carry out his devilish behaviour whenever he wants. The film sees the two characters locked into a battle for control as Luke tries to keep his sanity and rid himself of Daniel once and for all.
Daniel Isn't Real stars off strongly. It's intriguing, at times funny and fairly intense. In many ways it's an exploration of mental illness with Daniel symbolising Luke's dual personality. The film moves more into the supernatural element in the second half, which is where it starts to falter a little bit. Honestly, it began to lose my attention a little bit, particularly when Daniel wasn't on screen.
For me, Patrick Schwarzenegger gives a career best performance. He relishes playing a devilish character and this is the best, and most layered, performance I've seen him give. It plays against the type of characters we've seen before and he makes a fantastic villain. Sadly when he's not on screen, the film does lag. Miles Robbins is good but he isn't able to reach the same levels of crazy that Schwarzenegger does. Sasha Lane is also wasted as Cassie, never really being developed or given a whole lot of material.
Daniel Isn't Real is a solid film but I didn't think it was quite as clever as it thought it was. There are lots of ideas at play here, and many clear influences, but the end gets a little crowded and messy. The shift from reality to supernatural is a little jarring, and not particularly explained, and the climax feels inevitable. Visually the film is impressive and there are some nightmarish moments but it's not quite the mind-bender it wants to be.
Cast: Miles Robbins, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Mary Stuart Masterson, Sasha Lane Director: Adam Egypt Mortimer Writers: Brian DeLeeuw, Adam Egypt Mortimer Certificate: TBC Duration: 96 mins Released by: Arrow Films


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Do you have a grocery budget that's working for you? To me, it's super basic, but to so many, making any kind of budget is like speaking a foreign language. Setting a budget goal for food will help you save money, period.
Without a budget or a plan, your spending habits and your control over your money are doomed to fail. And it doesn't matter how much money you may have, it still happens. But I can help you find your budget and stick to it.
Is the Cart Full Yet?
Too many people head to the supermarket, start shopping, and know that they are finished only when their cart is "full". Without a workable budget to guide your shopping, you're probably spending way more than you need to every month with much of it going to waste. Americans wind up throwing out millions of dollars of food every year!
There's an "Art" to a Budget
Unfortunately, for lots of people, the idea of budgeting is either scary (will I need to use spreadsheets?) or restrictive (I just want to buy what I want so leave me alone!). It doesn't have to be either one of those choices.
A grocery budget is simply a goal to help you plan for what's really important. You can treat it like an art form, a skill that will reward you if done right. Or even treat it like a game where the object is to see how little you can spend while still providing nourishing and tasty meals and snacks for your family. And the prize is putting that extra money toward another goal! You have other goals, don't you, say retirement savings?
We're All a Little Bit Different from Each Other
Everyone's spending on food is different. While experts say you should spend a rough guideline of 10-15% of your total budget on food every month, so many factors can affect these numbers.
Is your family large or is it just you? Do you mostly dine out or cook at home? Do you choose organic, fresh foods or processed and prepared ones? Is one or more of your family on a special needs diet? Do you try the latest foodie recipes or do you rotate the same basic dishes? And of course, where and how you shop can and will affect your spending drastically.
That's a lot of questions that have to be answered and decisions that you can make about your food choices.
How Do You Actually Make a Grocery Budget?
The first and most critical step in creating a grocery budget that's right for you is to begin with tracking what you're spending now. Wait, you might be saying, "How is this going to save me money?"
Well, if your monthly food costs are currently $400 and you set your new budget for $200, you'll only be setting yourself up for failure. You aren't likely to slash your food costs by 50% on day one.
Start where you are and then start reducing gradually. Can you get to $375? or $350? Maybe you can, but you want to do it in a way that you don't feel deprived. Track your spending over about 2-3 months to really get a good idea of your real spending habits.
To track your spending, you don't need a spreadsheet (although you certainly can use one), but you do need to keep a record of some sort. It can be a notebook, a spreadsheet, a word document, a program like Quicken, Mint, or another budgeting app.
Whichever method you choose, you need to record every purchase amount and divide it into at least a few categories like groceries, health and beauty products, eating out (restaurant, fast food, takeout/delivery), and household items (paper goods, aluminum foil, cleaning supplies, batteries, lightbulbs, etc.). You'll want to know how much of your monthly budget is for groceries versus eating out, because while you may have a separate budget for each, the numbers will be your total budget for food.
Your household items tend to be higher-ticket items that are not necessarily purchased every month, so these numbers may vary quite a bit. But you'll want to include them and average them out for a real monthly amount.
The Calculations
Once you have your spending added up for the record period, you are ready to set your first budget goal. A realistic number would be a 5-10% reduction in costs. So for our example of a $400 spend, the budget goal for the first month might be $360- $380.
Once you've successfully reduced your spending to that level, set a new budget goal reducing costs another 5-10%. Continue this process month after month until you honestly feel your grocery budget can't go any lower without abandoning the nutrition, quality, and taste standards for your family. Then make a plan for the money you'll be saving and actually follow through with it (maybe that goal is saving for a vacation or the big one…retirement!).
It's always easier to cut back if you have a positive goal you're working towards.
Sticking to Your Grocery Budget
Setting your grocery budget goal is the easier part. Sticking to the budget goal is where you need your full arsenal of tips and tools, a bit of effort and creativity. Here are just some of the ways to reach your budget goal:
1. Plan your meals for the week
This doesn't mean you have to know which meal you're going to cook each day, but you do need to have ingredients on hand between your pantry, your freezer, and your shopping list in order to make enough meals for the week. Shopping without a plan greatly increases your chances of buying prepared foods, coming home with not enough meals, or resorting to eating out. Don't forget to plan for snacks, too.
2. Figure out your cost per meal and try to reduce it
This is especially true if you have a regular rotation of dishes you cook. Calculate the cost of your ingredients and see where you might substitute and save. This might mean going meatless once in a while (try replacing with beans or lentils) or simply substituting store or sale brands. It might mean cooking in bigger batches and then freezing portions for other weeks.
3. Track prices to know the sales cycle and get the best prices
By tracking prices, you'll know how to get the best deal. This is where the numbers tell you the story.
4. Get organized with your coupons and identify new sources for discounts
Clipless coupons, rebates, loyalty cards, and rewards points are all important to saving money.
5. Consider where you shop
Think about whether changing stores or simply adding a quick side trip might gain you some bargains. In addition to supermarkets, don't neglect discount grocery stores, drugstores, and warehouse clubs.
6. Plan your grocery list around the weekly sales and your coupons
Have a plan, but be flexible when you get to the store in case you find that the unit prices or store brand prices show that non-sale items are actually a better buy.
7. Buy fresh and in-season items to avoid wasting food at home
In-season fruits and vegetables will cost less and stay fresh longer.
Improvement Is the Goal
You won't be perfect but you will be better then you are now and you will save money!
Accept that impulse buys and "mistakes" will happen once in a while, but don't let them derail you. If you already have one impulse item in your cart, don't add another unless you take the first one out. Decide what's really important.
The most important part of stretching your money and freeing up some of it for other priorities is to feel and know that you can do it! If you never try, you will continue to suffer from your failures.
Remember that great comment made by superstar NHL Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky when he said: "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take."
Final Thoughts
Don't wait until the end of the month to check how you're doing against your budget goal. If it's only one week into the month and you've spent half your budget, you'll want to know that and you'll need to slow your spending down.
At the end of the month, check your progress over the previous month and if you didn't make your goal, see if you can figure out why and develop strategies for next time.
Did you eat out more than planned? Buy too many items not on the list? Did you have a special event or party that put a dent in that month's budget? Can you adjust and make a new goal for the next month, and move forward? Yes, you can do this and the best time to start is right now!


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There is a wealth of data on the internet about gambling and betting. How to begin a gambling internet site, what do people bet on, is a betting exchange greater than a sports book or on line casino site, or do end users desire betting on the web rather than betting offline? What is lacking in numerous of these posts is not the information they offer on beginning a gambling website, but fairly just the place to start off. So The place do you commence, you request? and how do you begin? Would you demand funding when pondering of starting up your own gambling website? Are there legal pitfalls in working an on the internet sporting activities ebook or casino gambling web site?
Asking these inquiries is only a idea of the iceberg in being aware of specifically what you are getting oneself into in running a betting trade or any of the other gambling sites, but realizing the solutions will much better your possibility or odds in operating a profitable on the web gambling internet site. So exactly where do you begin? You can look for and search around the globe extensive net and get all the information (very suggested) on commencing your personal casino, working a suitable betting exchange, or on supplying a truthful on the internet sports activities e-book atmosphere to your users, but being aware of exactly how to use this data is essential in operating your outfit.
Just before we get into how to use the info you get correctly, you may possibly want to check out some of these locations if you have not already carried out so: gambling community forums, on line casino webpages, sports internet site, information internet pages on gambling, web pages on the "net gambling regulation act" and how it will impact your online web site, rules governing gambling and having to pay shut consideration to the dates the place each distinct details pertains to and so on.
By now you must be pondering this is a little bit to severe. But inquire yourself this: do you know what each and every gambler want, do you know what will make them use your website above the up coming Joe website. Merely set you need to have to know the items that will push advertisers, sponsors to your website (funding) and most importantly what will generate users to your web site. You can have the very best property on the block but if not one understands about your home or you, properly you get the image.
If you have frequented the recommended headings listed earlier mentioned and read through up a bit more on gambling and the rules governing on-line sports guide, casinos, poker rooms and betting exchanges and nevertheless wish to carry on then read on my friend, you have gotten above the initial hurdle. Now that we have you considering outdoors the box and have a greater comprehension on what is in retailer for you allows tackle the initial and quite most essential query you would 1st require answered "Is gambling authorized".
Now this is the most important since if you are thinking of conducting or managing a gambling website in a region, city, point out, province, city, what ever it may be and its not legal. Like monopoly you will be fined or worst you will go straight to jail. Sorry boys and women but we want to make a single point obvious below being on-line company isn't going to suggest a factor to the government and the authorities. You will need to have to register a enterprise or purchase a company license (not the identical as a gambling license), you will want internet hosting and you will require a financial institution account to keep the cash produced from your sporting activities e-book, betting exchange, poker or on line casino website. So locating out if gambling is legal exactly where will be running your organization is incredibly important.
To give you a much better picture of items nine/ten preparing to operate a gambling web site have experienced to decide for an offshore operation. Why you request? Nicely that obvious of program. In places like Costa Rica there are regulations in location for gambling, but there are no law against online gambling neither is there a need for a gambling license (much more on gambling license later), but you will again have to do your study, if you are severe about working a sports ebook or any of the other gambling websites, get ready your self to collect details. Listed here is Tip #1 – Talk to a Lawyer (a reputable 1 if you can) they will shed a Good deal of gentle on your scenario and stage you in the appropriate direction.
So this delivers us to our following issue, licensing, and no its not your motorists license. A gambling license is essential to operate a betting trade, athletics guide, on line casino, poker or any other gambling site most of the time but not always. This is why once more you will need to do your study. But you know what they say, when in question get one. That was a joke Joe. If you are actually doubtful converse to that attorney friend that you spoke to in suggestion #one about this and any other files you may want to comprehensive this approach, request your neighborhood gambling or gaming authorities/associations in the jurisdiction where you plan to operate your on-line gambling site for suggest. So bear in mind a gambling license is advised but could not be needed. Tip #2 Pay a visit to the regional gambling authorities.
By now you ought to have collected ample details to get you on the right observe and maintain you out of jail or worst a condition prison.
Permit us contact on a few a lot more crucial areas on running your own gambling web site. You will want some (the a lot more the greater) investigation and marketing and advertising to be done. But have not you presently collected sufficient of your very own investigation? No Joe. That was just information gathering, receiving your feet moist, acquiring to know how the business thinks. Never presume something. There are principles to each recreation, and of course there are guidelines to running an online enterprise and specially a sports ebook, betting exchange, poker area or on line casino. Just because you know a tiny about working a internet site, the guidelines and techniques change for every company, and you will undoubtedly need to know about these principles if you are even dreaming of turning out to be successful in the online gaming and gambling business. This doesn't mean browsing all individuals discussion boards and readings have been for nothing, they will certainly support when you are all set to operate your promoting and marketing marketing campaign, you will be much more than happy that you did.
If you have not already done a organization and/or marketing program this will more than probably lead to the advancement of one particular. Receiving to know http://www.difangzhi.org , developments, place, gender, users' habits, would like and dislikes etc will all help you to turn out to be better aware of your techniques and help in your success. So employ a trustworthy marketing and advertising firm or converse with a friend or an individual in the advertising area that can get rid of a bit a lot more light-weight on your specific situation and stage you in a far better path. You will not want to locate out the hard way that the market you were targeting does not treatment significantly for gambling. Tip #3 Get correct investigation accomplished.
This brings us to our subsequent spot of interest "employees or team". From your info accumulating and study you need to have recognized that ever if you might want to make this a one particular man present you will need a team or some type of employees. Now a crew does not suggest you have to employ the service of on a entire time staff. Even huge time giants like Microsoft, IBM, Logitech contracts out from time to time. It just signifies you will require a little far more than just by yourself in certain places. Even if you know the gambling entire world it would be smart to contract some professionals in key locations (even if its for a little while) to present you some hidden locations you have not nevertheless coated. You would certainly require a technical someone or a growth company that will be in a position to handle any issues you might face, updates you might need to have for your site, programming you may well require, styles you might want to give you that appear and feel to set you aside from your opposition and so forth. You will most very likely need a bookie, bookmaker, (maybe much more than one) who understands about bookmaking to established, update, put together occasions, strains and odds on your sports ebook, casino, betting exchange or poker site. So a group or individual staff is certainly a should, but can be economical if you plan appropriately and think about contracting. Tip #four Put jointly a proper team.
Now we have touched a bit on your internet site, but what form of web site or computer software will you call for. The next on our listing will be Application. Initial inquire your self what type of gambling website will this be A entire On line casino, poker, Betting Exchange, sports ebook or better however why not all? This is where your analysis and details gathering will come into engage in, review request questions, talk to your lawyer, and make a strong selection. What are the danger aspects, who are my competition, exactly where do you get my line feeds from? People are all concerns that should have been incorporated in your study and answered by now.
Right after that is settled it is now time to pick a advancement organization that specializes in on the internet gaming (more specific on the internet gambling). Most if not all would previously have items commonly offered that have been examined and will generally do modifications to fit your wants, it is typically more expense successful than possessing a site created and place collectively from commencing to conclude. Software program can selection in rates, assume to spend amongst EUR 10,000 EUR to EUR 60,000 EUR. Some places of curiosity may be: Playtech (Rated for their On line casino software), E-Prompt C's BetMore – BetMore Software (Rated for its betting exchange & sports activities ebook computer software), Microgaming (Rated for their poker computer software). Tip #5 Get great software program.
Properly that must be it. But lets not neglect the previous and one of the most essential on our checklist "Financing". Sporting activities e-book, betting trade, poker, and on line casino internet sites are by considerably the most high-priced business operations you can at any time run, and this does not change the information for an on the internet procedure. You do not require a constructing, but you will need web hosting, you do not need to have slot equipment but you will want application, you do not require cashiers but you will need payment merchants and/or gateways. Speak to your law firm, talk with your marketing and advertising and investigation staff, they will give you ideas to get funding, you will absolutely demand cash to operate this enterprise continuously, so locate sponsors, buyers that will partner with you except if of system you have the income and is prepared to use your very own income, Listed here is a hint you will need far more than just EUR 500K EUR. Suggestion #6 Get funding.


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The animals at war display at the Cornwall at War Museum, Davidstow, near Camelford, has recently been updated.
This work was undertaken by Ms Pauline Bajic and includes facsimiles of documents held within the RPRA archive.
If you are visiting the area please make sure you pop in to have a look at the fascinating display which includes artefacts from both world wars.
There are 18 other buildings filled with artefacts plus two static aircraft: a Fairey Gannet and a beautiful Hawker Hunter which once flew with the Black Arrows, the predecessors of the Red Arrows.
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Laplace Distribution Calculator
Use this calculator to find the probability density and cumulative probabilities for Laplace distribution with parameter $\mu$ and $\lambda$.
|Laplace Distribution Calculator
|Location parameter $\mu$:
|Scale parameter $\lambda$
|Value of x
|Probability density : f(x)
|Probability X less than x: P(X < x)
|Probability X greater than x: P(X > x)
How to calculate probabilities of Laplace Distribution?
Step 1 - Enter the location parameter $\mu$
Step 2 - Enter the scale parameter $\lambda$
Step 3 - Enter the value of $x$
Step 4 - Click on "Calculate" button to get Laplace distribution probabilities
Step 5 - Gives the output probability at $x$ for Laplace distribution
Step 6 - Gives the output cumulative probabilities for Laplace distribution
Definition of Laplace distribution
A continuous random variable $X$ is said to have a Laplace distribution, if its p.d.f. is given by
$$ \begin{align*} f(x;\mu, \lambda)&= \begin{cases} \frac{1}{2\lambda}e^{-\frac{|x-\mu|}{\lambda}}, & -\infty < x < \infty; \\ & -\infty < \mu < \infty, \lambda >0; \\ 0, & Otherwise. \end{cases} \end{align*} $$
Distribution Function of Laplace Distribution
Distribution function of $L(\mu,\lambda)$ distribution is
$$ \begin{align*} F(x) &= \begin{cases} \frac{1}{2}e^{\frac{(x-\mu)}{\lambda}}, & x < \mu; \\ &\\ 1-\frac{1}{2}e^{-\frac{(x-\mu)}{\lambda} }, & x\geq \mu; \end{cases} \end{align*} $$
Mean of Laplace Distribution
The mean of Laplace distribution is $E(X) = \mu$.
Variance of Laplace Distribution
The variance of Laplace distribution is $V(X) = 2\lambda^2$.
Laplace Distribution Example 1
A random variable $X$ follows a Laplace distribution with parameter $\mu =5$ and $\lambda=2$.
Find the probability that
a. $X$ is less than 1,
b. $X$ is less than 6,
c. $X$ is between 6 and 10,
d. $X$ is greater than 3.5.
a. The probability that $X$ is less than $1$ is
$$ \begin{aligned} P(X \leq 1) &=F(1)\\ &=\frac{1}{2}e^{\dfrac{(1-5)}{2}}\\ &\qquad (\because 1< mu)\\ &=\frac{1}{2}e^{\dfrac{(1-5)}{2}}\\ &= 0.0677 \end{aligned} $$
b. The probability that $X$ is less than $6$ is
$$ \begin{aligned} P(X \leq 6) &=F(6)\\ &=1-\frac{1}{2}e^{\dfrac{-(6-5)}{2}}\\ &\qquad (\because 6> mu)\\ &=1-\frac{1}{2}e^{\dfrac{-(6-5)}{2}}\\ &= 1-0.3033\\ &= 0.6967 \end{aligned} $$
c. The probability that $X$ is between $6$ and $10$ is
$$ \begin{aligned} P(6 \leq X \leq 10)&=P(X\leq 10)-P(X\leq 6)\\ &=F(10) -F(6)\\ &=\bigg(1-\frac{1}{2}e^{\dfrac{-(10-5)}{2}}\bigg)-\bigg(1-\frac{1}{2}e^{\dfrac{-(6-5)}{2}}\bigg)\\ &=\frac{1}{2}e^{\dfrac{-(6-5)}{2}}-\frac{1}{2}e^{\dfrac{-(10-5)}{2}}\\ &= 0.3033-0.041\\ &=0.2623 \end{aligned} $$
d. The probability that $X$ is greater than $3.5$ is
$$ \begin{aligned} P(X > 3.5) &=1-P(X< 3.5)\\ &=1-F(3.5)\\ &=1-\frac{1}{2}e^{\dfrac{-(3.5-5)}{2}}\\ &\qquad (\because 3.5< mu)\\ &=1-\frac{1}{2}e^{\dfrac{(3.5-5)}{2}}\\ &= 1-0.2362\\ &= 0.7638 \end{aligned} $$
In this tutorial, you learned about how to calculate probabilities of Laplace distribution. You also learned about how to solve numerical problems based on Laplace distribution.
To read more about the step by step tutorial on Laplace distribution refer the link Laplace Distribution. This tutorial will help you to understand Laplace distribution and you will learn how to derive mean, median, quartiles of Laplace distribution, moment generating function and characteristics function of Laplace distribution and other properties of Laplace distribution.
To learn more about other discrete probability distributions, please refer to the following tutorial:
Let me know in the comments if you have any questions on Laplace Distribution Examples and your thought on this article.


text: cb2001764 3 Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 I somehow lost all my local notebooks. I thought I'd exported everything before reinstalling Windows, but apparently I didn't.The hopefully good news is that I do have all my old .exb files, and I think the exb should have all those notebooks and attached PDFs inside it? (I've got the whole evernote folder with Announcement / AutoUpdate/Databases/Dict/LocalStorage (this one is empty by the way) and Logs). Is there any way to import the .exb into my current synced notebook without overwriting anything, so I can drag and drop the old local notes into a synced notebook? Thanks! Link to comment


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The 3,600-square-foot Victorian at 493 Walnut Avenue in Jamaica Plain has been in the same family for three decades. It's on the market as of today for $850,000 through Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty.
The house, the exterior of which looks quite Colonial, dates from 1897. According to the Boston Sunday Post on Feb. 7 of that year, 493 Walnut has basically been notable since birth:
It is understood that Mr. Theodore Hastings will soon commence the erection of an attractive house on the land which he has recently purchased on Walnut [a]venue, corner of Park Lane, facing Franklin Park. This is one of the most delightful locations for a residence in the suburbs of Boston.
The 5-BR, 2.5-BA still contains some of that original detailing, particularly in the woodwork. There is also a separate apartment suite, four fireplaces, and two sets of pocket doors.


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Arts, Culture and Sport
Rhodes University PhD graduate Hleze Kunju writes thesis in isiXhosa
Dr Hleze Kunju wrote his doctoral thesis in isiXhosa, Rhodes University's first isiXhosa authored PhD thesis. The act has been described as a milestone. With recent agitations for the incorporation of African languages into the education system, Dr Kunju's remarkable accomplishment could give impetus to efforts to transform South Africa's education system.
Dr Hleze Kunju wrote his doctoral thesis in isiXhosa, Rhodes University's first isiXhosa authored PhD thesis. The act has been described as a milestone for Xhosa academic writing and a glimmer of hope in the quest for decolonisation, and transformation in South Africa's education system.
Dr Kunju graduated from the department of African Languages, writing his thesis in his mother tongue. He was quoted as saying, "I'd write (in English) and think this is it. But it would come back marked in red and they (lecturers) would ask what are you trying to say, and I eventually put it in a way that made sense to them."
The 31-year-old further said, "I constantly felt I was lost in translation."
In 2014, the Rhodes University launched a revised language policy at an annual multilingualism colloquium. The Rhodes Language Committee, with help from those at the African Language Studies department revised the University Language Policy which was launched at the Annual Multilingualism Awareness Colloquium. According to the African Languages Association of Southern Africa report (ALASA) the colloquium addressed the challenges universities across the continent faced in effectively making use of multilingualism in lecture halls. The revision of the policy mainly had to do with the equitable use of official languages in Rhodes University.
Read: How can African languages be protected?
This was good news for Dr Kunju who then wrote his thesis in isiXhosa therefore putting the language on par with English, which has been the main language used in writing academic writing.
The use of indigenous languages as a medium of instruction has been a long battle. The advantages of using indigenous languages to teach has often been emphasised, and seen as the key to development, with countries such as China, South Korea, Finland, Germany often cited as shining examples.
In a study in 1986, the Yoruba Six Year Primary Project sponsored by the Ford Foundation conducted an experiment with the goal of using Yoruba as a medium of teaching. The experiment was conducted across schools in urban and rural areas. Groups of the students were taught in Yoruba while others were taught in English. The study's findings were quite interesting. The students taught in Yoruba did better than those taught in English.
Although Yoruba is not used as a medium of teaching in Nigeria, the study reinforced the intended message on the value of adopting indigenous languages as the medium of instruction. Prof Ngugi wa Thion'go has been a major champion of this cause.
Dr Kunju said, "I wanted to show that isiXhosa can do what the English language and others can do. As a language activist, I always try to elevate isiXhosa, but many people think to elevate isiXhosa is to suppress everything else and we might be getting it wrong that way. We should be saying, look, this is what English can do and also what isiXhosa can do."
Read: Ngugi wa Thiong'o calls for preservation and inclusion of African languages in learning institutions
Dr Kunju's thesis looked at the amaXhosa living in Zimbabwe and provides a new knowledge about them. More about his thesis can be found here. We wish him all the best and hope more academics make use of their indigenous languages.


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Film Museum @ ORF III
Ten Times TV (July 2 to September 3, 2014)
For the Film Museum's 50th anniversary, the Austrian Broadcasting Corporation ORF will not only produce a TV documentary about the Museum and its history but also make space for film history in its own programming.
The corporation's cultural and historical channel, ORF III, has invited the Film Museum to program a series of ten evenings with classic films, covering all genres, which will be aired weekly on the network over the summer of 2014 – ten flashes of what film-on-TV is, or could be.
Program ORF III kult.film (PDF)
Projects in the framework of the Film Museum's 50th anniversary are supported by the Austrian Film Institute, the City of Vienna and the Austrian Federal Chancellery.


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The « Nuits Botanique » litteraly the « Botanic Nights », are The popmusic festival which opens this Spring !
For the 17th edition, the promoters of « Nuits Bota » are almost ready to host the public ! Within less than a month,a raw of the trendiest pop electro concerts will be held there. The audience will have the chance to see on stage the frenchy Yodelice, Asa or the crazy funny Philippe Katherine at a very correct price compared to the artists quality and in a cosy atmosphere. We could not expect better line-up from this institution, Botanique which already offers avant-garde concerts all year long.
An exclusive line-up
The « Nuits Botanique » will open from May 10 to 29 in several rooms of the Botanique, located « rue Royale » or « koningsstraat » near The National Botanic Garden of Belgium (Nationale Plantentuin van België). Almost every evening, there will be a show and the goal is precisely to open up the public to new current talents and future ones. All tastes are considered : the well-known pop music of Cocoon, electronic music of the talented Chapelier Fou, and Miles Kane, the member of the famous band The Arctic Monkeys who progressively pursues his solo career and many other names who honors different styles like indie rock, hip hop, punk electro, songs…
Here is an overview of the confirmed artistes for this 17th edition : BLACK BOX REVELATION – CARIBOU – CASCADEUR – CHAPELIER FOU – COCOON – CONGOTRONICS (DEERHOOFD, GIRLS IN HAWAII, KASAÏ ALLSTARS, KONONO N°1, SKELETONS, WILDBIRDS & PEACEDRUMS) – HOLY GHOST! – INTERGALACTIC LOVERS – JOY – KATERINE – LAURENT GARNIER – LILLY WOOD & THE PRICK – MELANIE LAURENT – MILES KANE – MIRRORS – MONTEVIDEO – NASSER – PAPAS FRITAS STARFUCKER – YOAV – YODELICE
Do not wait for buying your ticket, they are sold like hot cakes ! You will be able to order the ticket online directly on the Botanic website, go to agenda section.
What do we do before the concert? And after ?
After taking a breath at The National Botanic Garden of Belgium, you wil enjoy resting and restauring atCafé Bota. This cosy bar/restaurant team will quickly serve you a simple italian cooking and suggest you to taste its wines within a calm atmosphere. You will appreciate the wifi access offered to the customers. After the concert, the team will welcome the public till midnight to extend the party in music.
Practical information :
Rue Royale (or Koningsstraat ) 23, 61210 SAINT-JOSSE-TEN-NOODE Brussels Google Maps
How to get there :
- Train : Nord station(Bruxelles Nord) 5 min walking distance / Schedules and infos : www.sncb.be
- Metro : Lines 2 and 6 – stop « Botanique »
- Trams & Bus : Trams 92 and 94, Bus 61 – stop « Botanique » / Schedules and infos : www.stib.be
- De Lijn : Lines 270, 271, 272 et 358 / Schedules and infos : www.delijn.be
Les Nuits Botanique :
- Festival dates : May 10th to 29th 2011
- Ticket price is from 8.75€ for Bota'card suscriber /from 11.75€ for non suscriber
- Infos and online shop : http://www.botanique.be/ or +32 (0)2/218 20 15
Botanic Garden:
- Opening times : 9h30 – 18h30
- Admission price : 5€
Café Bota :
- Restaurant opening times : 12.00 – 14.30 / 18.30 – 23.00.
- Website : www.cafebota.be
- Infos : email@example.com or +32 (0) 2/226 12 28
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For those who would like to spend an orginal lovely week end or take benefit with friends from the moving european capital, we have prepared a selection of our trendiest apartments in Brussels !


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