title: Album drops today

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Ever wondered if the newest record drops might change your whole music mood? Over 20 fresh albums are landing on your favorite streaming apps, mixing big-name stars with the hottest new voices. Imagine listening to catchy beats that grab you instantly or soulful tracks that feel like a cozy hug.
This scoop serves up chart-topping vibes, raw guitar energy, and smooth rhythms that light up your day. So go ahead, hit play and let these tunes turn your playlist into a musical adventure.
Today's Essential Album Drops Update
Hey music lovers, gear up for a day full of fresh album releases! Today's lineup is buzzing with excitement, featuring both big names and the next wave of talent. Imagine this: 12 albums are hitting the scene from artists like Niontay, Maria Somerville, Djrum, William Tyler, and Jensen McRae. And that's not all, another 8 albums are rolling out from cool acts such as Tunde Adebimpe, Julien Baker & Torres, Hieroglyphic Being, and Mozzy. Plus, major stars like Lady Gaga, The Weeknd, and even a heartfelt nod to the late Juice WRLD add a burst of extra energy to the mix.
Let’s break it down:
- Hip Hop Highlights: Expect catchy beats and smooth flows that make you move.
- Pop Compilation Debut: Enjoy sparkling vocals and hooks you can't shake off.
- Rock Presentation Premiere: Dive into raw guitar riffs and electrifying anthems.
- Country Sonic Drop: Feel the warmth of heartfelt lyrics mixed with twangy sounds.
- R&B Showcase Reveal: Savor smooth, soulful grooves that touch your heart.
Streaming links and full reviews are available on your favorite digital platforms. Whether you're syncing up with hip hop hot tracks or exploring indie vibes, this update is your backstage pass to every beat as it drops. So plug in, hit play, and let the music magic take over!
Album Drops Today: Streaming Platforms Overview
Streaming platforms are like your VIP pass to the freshest album drops. They let you catch new tracks the very moment they hit the digital stage. Whether it’s Spotify or Apple Music, the experience feels like a mini-concert right on your device.
On Spotify, you’ll find curated playlists that shine a light on brand-new albums, setting the scene for a memorable listening session. Apple Music, on the other hand, gives you slick navigation and exclusive artist content, almost like a behind-the-scenes peek into how the music comes together. Other platforms add their own twist with flash digital releases, letting you sample snippets and admire unique album art.
If you're all about that up-to-the-minute music buzz, these streaming services are your go-to. Check your favorite app, and get ready to dive into a world where every new track is just a tap away. Whether you’re in for a surprise debut on Spotify or a slick rollout on Apple Music, every service brings its own kind of magic to your playlist.
Genre Spotlight: Breaking Down Today's Album Drops
Today's album drops bring a fresh burst of energy that's as straightforward as your favorite playlist. The soundscape hops from rap and hip hop to rock, pop, country, and R&B, showcasing cool names like Playboi Carti, PartyNextDoor & Drake, Skrillex, and Black Country. It’s like diving into a world of musical magic where every beat feels like a mini celebration.
In the hip hop and rap corner, you’re in for some serious vibe. The tracks pack vibrant energy with smooth flows and crisp beats, imagine walking down a neon-lit street, each song pulsing like a heartbeat.
Then, in the rock, pop, and country mix, you get bold guitar riffs, catchy tunes, and stories that tug at your heart. These records are both accessible and electrifying, wrapping you up in sound that beckons you to find your next favorite jam.
In the action, we raced through a fresh update on today’s album drops. We spotlighted key release details from real-time streaming, highlighting a mix of music categories that range from hip hop thrills to pop surprises.
The post broke down streaming highlights on major platforms and unraveled genre insights that let you zero in on what suits your style. Album drops today bring instant access to your new favorites, cheers to keeping the beat alive and the energy high!
What do today’s rap, pop, R&B, and rock album drops mean?
Today’s album drops mean new music releases across various styles. They offer fresh tracks from rap, pop, R&B, and rock genres, giving fans instant access to the latest sounds.
What are the release timeframes for new album drops this week and this month?
New album drops span from daily releases to collections over a week or month. This schedule allows listeners to keep up with a constant flow of fresh tracks from a variety of artists.
Why is music dropped on Friday and albums released on Tuesdays?
Music is dropped on Friday to target weekend listeners, while Tuesday releases help with global marketing cycles, ensuring optimal visibility and streams as fans seek the freshest beats.
What is the biggest album ever dropped and what is the #1 album on Spotify right now?
The biggest album ever dropped refers to record-smashing releases by key artists, and the #1 album on Spotify right now is the top-streamed release highlighting what listeners love most at that moment.
What do Grammy Award nominations and events like the 67th Annual Grammy Awards mean for albums?
Grammy Award nominations honor excellence in music, and events such as the 67th Annual Grammy Awards spotlight leading albums and artists, signaling top industry recognition and fan appeal in 2025.


tier: polar

shelf: civic-law

title: Prevention services workgroup

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The Prevention Services Workgroup (PSW) is charged with informing DFCS’s vision and plan for a statewide expansion and alignment of services that can safely prevent children and youth from entering foster care.
The group will proactively obtain and draw on a strong understanding of data on children and families within the population Georgia is targeting under the Family First Act, the results of Georgia’s preventive services array survey, input from experts and insights from local and statewide prevention leaders. Based on this information, the group will form recommendations for an aligned Family First Act preventive services array.
WHO CAN JOIN
Workgroup membership is open to all interested providers and will also include DFCS staff and representatives from sister agencies. Each provider is limited to one registration per agency.
The Prevention Services Workgroup will meet online six times from the end of March through the end of June 2021. The first group meeting will be Friday, March 26th, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. After you register, we will send a calendar invitation for the entire series of six meetings.
Each meeting will be approximately 90 minutes. Materials from each group meeting will be added to this page following that meeting’s conclusion.
Registration closed March 19th, 2021.
Friday, March 26th, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Friday, April 16th, 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Friday, April 30th, 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Friday, May 14th, 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Friday, May 28th, 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Friday, June 11th, 1:00-2:30 p.m.
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES FOR INPUT
In addition to the Prevention Services Workgroup, DFCS will be convening several focus groups of youth and families with lived experience of DFCS involvement to inform service selection.


tier: cub

shelf: science-engineering

title: Paperwork

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Recently I attended an operating session at my club, where we use car cards created and printed from the “ShipIt!” software package. One of the features of the ShipIt! software is the ability to include a railway logo in the top corner of the car card – which I’ve been dully aware of forever since most of our car cards have a CP Rail logo in the upper corner (since our club models CP). However, the guy that prepares and prints out the car cards has actually started using this feature and adding specific logos to cars for different railroads, and the effect is actually pretty sharp when handling the waybills during operations. Thus I got inspired to see if I could add logos to my car cards which I created in Excel. (See my previous post: Excel Car Cards and Waybills)
With a bit of googling, I found this article on ExcelGuru.ca which was exactly what I was looking for. I suggest giving it a read, as this is exactly the information I followed in order to add the logos to my car cards; although I did tweak a couple things in the middle to combine it with my data lookup functions I described in my earlier post on the subject, the original author of that article (Ken Puls) deserves a lot of credit here.
Step 1: Setting up the Image Data
The first section follows the information from the ExcelGuru article pretty much verbatim. We need a new sheet added to the workbook to contain all of the images. Each row in the image table contains two columns, one with the image name, and the second column containing the image pasted into the cell.
There are basically two ways to go about this: define an image for every railway reporting mark you use in your car cards, or just define each image by itself and add in a separate column to the data sheet to specify the image name for each car card. While the second approach causes you to duplicate some value entries in the data table that drives the car cards, it’s the route I ended up going with so that I could optionally use multiple different images against the same reporting marks in order to display lessee logos on privately owned/leased tank cars and not have to define cells for obscure one-off shortlines and companies that I can’t find logos for.
Note that whatever route you go, every possible value that the data could use *must* be defined in the image table, or you’ll end up with the image cell on the final car card displaying a broken reference. If you define an image for each reporting mark, then each mark must be in the image data sheet, even if there’s no actual for that particular mark. There will just be a blank cell defined for that image. For defining images with names, there should be one “Blank” reference.
Each image doesn’t have to be exactly the same size, but they should all fit into the cell on the car card with at least a pixel or two of white space around the edge or it may actually cut off the card border when printed.
Once the table of images to use has been created, we turn each cell containing an image into a named reference that we can use later.
Highlight the table of cells you created, and then under the “Formulas” tab on the toolbar ribbon, in the “Defined Names” group click on “Create from Selection”. Choose to create names from values in the left column. This will use the names in column A to define a specific name for the corresponding cell in column B that can be used later.
That does it for setting up the image table, now let’s make some use of it.
Step 2: Setting up the Data Cells to drive the Image
The middle bit is where my usage may seem slightly more complicated, as in the example in the article, they link the photo to static text whereas I have yet another layer under this, using VLOOKUP functions (which I got into in detail in my previous post) to retrieve text data from another sheet. However, this really doesn’t affect the instructions much, as really the only difference instead of static text in the “driver” cell, the text is returned by that function.
However I do deviate from the article here a little, so I’ll highlight my steps here. First of course, the new data column is added to the Data sheet to specify the name of the logo image to display on the car card. I skipped creating any data validation on these cells.
Then, I added a new cell on the car card template page, just below (and outside the printed border of) the finished car card to output the image name using the standard VLOOKUP functions. I also want the cards to print properly if no logo image is specified in the data, so it’s wrapped with an IF function that returns “Blank” if no value is returned, so the picture cell displays a proper blank cell instead of “#REF” indicating a bad lookup. The final cell formula for the first car card on the sheet then looks like this, where cell E16 contains the starting car card ID:
=IF(VLOOKUP(E16,Data!A:P,16,FALSE)="", "Blank", VLOOKUP(E16,Data!A:P,16,FALSE))
Now, select that cell, and use the “Define Name” tool in the “Formulas” tab of the toolbar ribbon to manually set a defined name (e.g. “Car1Picture”) for that cell that will again be referenced later.
Next, click on the Name Manager tool in the same section of the toolbar ribbon. We want to edit the name we created and modify its reference a little. Select the new entry (e.g. “Car1Picture”) and change the “Refers To” from:
What this does is allow this name to refer not specifically to this cell, but to use the value of this cell to refer to another cell, which will allow us to look up the correct cell in the Images table based on the changing sheet data.
Step 3: Linking and Displaying the Image
The final steps are again pretty much followed exactly as presented in the posting on ExcelGuru.
On the Images sheet, select the *cell* (not the actual image object) for the first image and press Ctrl-C to copy it.
Then on the car card template sheet, select the cell where the logo will go and paste in a picture link. It’s important to pick the correct paste option here. The ExcelGuru article shows how to do it in Excel 2010 (right click in the cell, and from the pop-up menu choose Paste Special > Picture Link (icon at bottom right like a little landscape picture with a chain link in front of it)). In the older Excel 2007, which I have, select the cell, and then under the “Home” tab of the toolbar click on Paste > As Picture > Paste Picture Link. This creates a picture object that displays a view of the linked cell.
Of course the point is for it to change based on the sheet data, and not just display the same picture, so we want to change the reference. Click on the created picture to select it, and in the formula bar change the reference to the named cell (from Step 2) that contains the image name for this car card:
And presto! The car card now has an image that will change based on the data for the car card. The final result looks something like this:
If you’d like to print your own car cards, here’s an almost-blank copy of my Excel template, with just a few sample cars as data examples.


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Mega Lungs and Lung Health Checks shine in Thurrock
Published 14 January 2020
This autumn, The Roy Castle Mega Lungs were at a number of locations in Thurrock to raise awareness of the brand new NHS Lung Health checks and lung health in general.
Accompanied by two giant 15ft Mega Lungs from the Roy Castle Lung Foundation, the local NHS and some of our partners were at events in Tilbury and Grays to talk about lung health.
People could explore the Mega Lungs to get an idea of how they work and how they can go wrong. Representatives from Roy Castle gave a tour through the lungs, showing all manner of conditions from cancer to pneumonia and bronchitis.
Our main focus for the events was to talk about the new NHS Lung Health Check programme coming to Thurrock in 2020. The new programme will be for smokers and ex-smokers aged between 55 and under 75 as we know that smoking makes it more likely for people to develop lung conditions. The checks aim to help detect these lung conditions earlier when treatment is more effective, improving outcomes and quality of life.
Dr Manjeet Sharma, GP at Orsett Surgery in Thurrock, said: “Thurrock is very lucky to benefit from the early roll out of this new screening programme. The sooner we find problems with people’s lungs such as cancer or COPD, the sooner we can begin treating them, and early treatment saves lives.
“These new scanners have the potential to make a significant difference to people living in Thurrock. If you are aged between 55 and under 75 and smoke or have ever smoked, I would encourage you to let your GP know so you can benefit from the new service.”
The health checks will take place in state-of-the-art mobile screening trucks that will be located in convenient locations across Thurrock, making it easier for people to attend. The appointment will last around 30 minutes and will involve a few judgement-free questions about breathing and health, a test measuring breathing, and a CT scan if a person is identified as being at higher risk.
We will be starting the programme with a small number of people first before rolling it out to the whole borough. If you fall in the programme age range and are registered at a Thurrock GP practice, make sure your GP surgery knows you smoke or have ever smoked without delay. They will then be able to register you as an ‘ever smoker’ so that you can be invited for a lung check appointment. If your practice doesn’t have you registered you will miss out on the opportunity.
As well as sharing information on the health checks, representatives from other services joined us to talk to Thurrock residents about other services for smokers. The Thurrock Healthy Lifestyle Service provides advice and support to help smokers kick the habit. Click the link below to find out more about the service:


shelf: finance

title: Some banks gearing up for more mortgages

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While it's been a bit of a task to pick out good news releases in the mortgage markets in the last couple of years, now and then something interesting on a positive note pops out. It seems that some of the larger banks are hiring and gearing up for an anticipated increase in mortgage loan applications.
JP Morgan Chase, one of the nation's largest banks is now hiring 1200 new mortgage officers. While some housing experts are expecting mortgage activity to remain flat for a while due to a lack of refinancing activity, a spokesman for Chase says "We may not be inundated with applications tomorrow, but we are confident the the need will be there."
While the Mortgage Bankers Association expects refinancing to drop considerably for the next two years, a recent announcement stated that loans for home purchases are expected to steadily increase in the same period. Chase is primarily staffing the Washington Mutual branch offices the bank recently acquired. This branch-based lending build-up is said to be because Chase sees fewer defaults coming from direct branch lending.
While Chase and other large banks are increasing mortgage lending staff, the Mortgage Bankers Association predicts less lending this year than last. This could be due mostly to a decline in refinancing, and the slow build-up expected in new home loan origination. The uncertain employment situation is also a factor, with more fear about jobs, as well as more scrutiny of employment stability in granting loans. It's a "glass half empty/full" situation, depending on who is quoted.


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title: Oou matriculation date

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When is OOU matriculation date for 2024/2025 academic session? If you are interested in OOU matriculation date for all the newly admitted students of Olabisi Onabanjo University then am very happy to inform you that this post you are reading currently contains details on the date for OOU matriculation.
All newly admitted students of the Olabisi Onabanjo University as well as the general public are hereby informed that OOU matriculation date for 2024/2025 academic session has been updated here in this post.
Before I proceed to providing you OOU matriculation date, let me remind you that “Matriculation is the formal process of entering a university in this case; the Olabisi Onabanjo University as a candidate for a degree, or of becoming eligible to enter by fulfilling certain academic requirements such as a formal examination”.
OOU Matriculation Date
July 30, 2021.
OOU matriculation date likely is on the 30th of July, 2021.
The 2020/2021 Matriculation Ceremony for all Fresh Students has been scheduled for Friday, 30th July 2021. However, in view of the COVID-19 Pandemic and the need to observe all protocols, a specific number of Freshmen have been allocated to represent each Faculty PHYSICALLY (inside the Hall) at the Ceremony while all other Freshmen will attend/monitor the proceedings ONLINE. The approved number of Freshmen to be allowed into the hall is attached for your attention.
In view of the above, all Faculty Officers are expected to collect Academic Gowns for their Fresh Students from the Directorate of Students’ Affairs from Monday, 26th July 2021.
To this end, each Fresh Student is expected to make online payment of the sum of One Thousand Naira (#1,000.00) and obtain a Receipt for the collection of the Academic Gown at their various Colleges/Faculties
Only Freshmen who are robed and with appropriate face masks will be allowed into the venue of the Ceremony. All other fresh students who are unable to enter the Matriculation Hall can monitor the proceedings online via the University’s YouTube Channel, Facebook and other media to be announced
After the Matriculation Ceremony, each Faculty shall be required to return the following to the Directorate of Students Affairs on or before Monday, 2nd August 2021:
- All the Academic Gowns collected
- Comprehensive list of students who collected the Academic Gowns
- Original copies of the Receipts as evidence of payment made by the students
We are going to update this page with the official date for OOU matriculation after it has been announced by the management of the Olabisi Onabanjo University.
Should there be any changes made to OOU matriculation date, we will be sure to post/update the changes here in this post. Until then, continue checking this post for update on OOU matriculation date.


shelf: home-craft

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Introduction: Kids' Desk With Removable Booster Seat
The following is the process I used to build this small study desk for my son to use for drawing, reading, etc.
Step 1: Find Your Wood
I started with a trip to my local hardware store and purchased 2 sheets of pre-sanded, laminated crafting pine at 3/4" x 24" x 48" each.
Step 2: Trim Your Wood
Next, using a jigsaw, I cut both sheets in half, leaving 4 pieces of 2' x 2' squares.
Step 3: Draw the Shape
Then, I took measurements of the dimensions I wanted the desk to be and used those measurements to draw out the frame shape (side panels). To be as accurate as possible, I drew this shape on just one of the squares, and then after I cut it out, I used it as a template to trace the other side panel onto a second square piece.
Step 4: Cut Out Your Frame
Next, using a jigsaw and a stable surface, I cut out the side panel shapes I previously drew onto the 2 squares. Remember, to help get both sides exactly alike, I drew and cut out one panel, and then used that as a template to trace and cut the second side.
Step 5: Cut Out Tabletop, Seat and Support Pieces
Again using my measurements, I traced and cut out pieces for the table surface, seat surface, rear-bottom support piece and 4 shelf supports (2 each for the table surface and the seat).
Step 6: Clamp and Sand Frame
Next, I clamped the 2 side panels together in order to sand all of the edges to be flush with one another.
Step 7: Align and Place Supports
Then, I aligned the table surface and seat where they will need to be positioned in order to sit flush inside the frame and marked the positioning in which I wanted the shelf supports to sit. I drilled pilot holes with a drill bit smaller in circumference than my screws.
I then made sure to use a drill bit which was larger than the head of my screws to create an indentation where the head of the screws would rest in order to countersink the screws (or to keep the screws from sticking out past the thickness of the wood).
Step 8: Assembly
Finally I complete the assembly with screws. When you're finished, check the stability to see if you desire more support pieces or not.
You can also add a backing board, add a back to the seat, create a cubby under the seat for storage, paint it, stain it, seal it, add chalkboard paint to the table top, etc.
Step 9: Updates and Alterations
I wanted to customize the aspects of the desk specifically to my son and make the desk look a little more....finished.
To start, I trimmed a U-shape out of the table top, to allow for more comfort and room while sitting at the desk.
Next, I wanted to raise the seat up a little bit to make it more suitable to my son's current height. To do this, I cut up a few scrap chunks of 2x4's and positioned them in the corners of the seat and screwed them in. Then I cut out another seat and screwed it to the top of those 2x4 blocks. This gives him a couple inch boost, and when he grows a little bit, the booster seat can be removed.
My next step was to add a little more sturdiness to the desk, so I removed the rear support piece from the back, and replaced it under the seat. Then I measured and cut an extra sheet for a back to the desk. (All from the same orginal 2 sheets of wood.)
Then, I filled all of the screw holes with wood filler, let it dry, and then sanded the whole desk smooth. (Another great reason to countersink your screws.)
Next, I stained the entire desk with my favorite color stain and a paintbrush. Oh, and lots and lots of rags.
Finally, I used a spray seal to cover the entire desk and help add that professional finish.


shelf: history-culture

title: Blois france

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Blois is a town in the Loir-et-Cher department of central France, almost equidistant between Tours and Orléans. It is an ideal base to visit the Châteaux of the Loire Valley thanks to its central position in the World Heritage zone. The view of the Loire from the place du château is just spectacular. From there you could see the two largest churches and a sea of houses in the colour scheme of the region (bluish gray, brick and cream). As spectacular as the chateau itself.
The Jacques-Gabriel Bridge spans the Loire river in Blois, France, since the beginning of the 18th century. With a total length of 283m, it is made up of 11 arches, and is the last arch bridge on the river that is pointed. Since its construction, the edifice holds the name of the architect who designed it, Jacques Gabriel. The bridge was partially destroyed 3 times: in 1870 (Franco-Prussian War), 1940 and 1944 (World War II). It is now crossed by the Route Nationale 156.
Historically, the city was the capital of the county of Blois, created on 832 until its integration into the Royal domain in 1498, when Count Louis II of Orléans became King Louis XII of France. During the Renaissance, Blois was the official residence of the King of France.
The Château de Chambord in Chambord, Centre-Val de Loire, France, is one of the most recognisable châteaux in the world because of its very distinctive French Renaissance architecture which blends traditional French medieval forms with classical Renaissance structures. The building, which was never completed, was constructed by Francis I.
One of the architectural highlights is the spectacular open double-spiral staircase that is the centrepiece of the château. The two spirals ascend the three floors without ever meeting, illuminated from above by a sort of light house at the highest point of the château. There are suggestions that Leonardo da Vinci may have designed the staircase, but this has not been confirmed.


tier: kodiak

title: Us attorney 500000 grant ywca help protect women

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TOPEKA, KAN. – A $500,000 federal grant to YWCA of Northeast Kansas will help the agency serve victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, U.S. Attorney Stephen McAllister said today.
“Our goal is to reduce violence against women and strengthen services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking,” McAllister said. “Statistics show that a shocking number of women and girls are the victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. The Department of Justice strongly supports partners such as the YWCA Northwest Kansas and Jana’s Campaign in their important efforts to combat such violence and assist survivors.”
The grant comes from the Department of Justice’s Office of Violence Against Women (OVW) through its Rural Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence and Stalking Program. The OVW issued a grant notification this week saying YWCA of Northeast Kansas and its partner Jana’s Campaign will use this award to enhance and expand access to direct advocacy services to victims and survivors in Brown, Jackson and Wabaunsee counties.
Other goals include increasing awareness and understanding of domestic violence, sexual assault dating violence and stalking for youth through outreach and training in schools, youth programs and community meetings on healthy relationships and stalking. Grant funds will be used to support three full-time and one part-time staff position, provide crisis counseling and individual counseling and support groups, assistance with Protections from Abuse and Protection from Stalking Orders, provide case management, advocacy with medical, court and social service systems and provide school- and youth-based prevention programs. The timing for performance of this award is 36 months.
For more information about this grant, contact the Office on Violence Against Women at 202/307-6026 and ask for the Outreach and Communications Division.


title: Agrotechnology

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John Deere (NYSE: DE) is being honored in the Tech for a Better World category of the 2020 CES Innovation Awards, which recognize outstanding product design and engineering in consumer technology products.
Deere is an Innovation Awards Honoree for its new 8RX tractor that integrates artificial intelligence, the Internet of things, and advanced automation to help farmers work more efficiently while also gathering data to make more informed decisions and increase future machine intelligence.
“Our focus remains on providing innovative solutions to help customers meet the many challenges of farming. We are humbled by this award from a leading technology organization as it highlights our equal commitment to agriculture, innovation, and technology,” said John Stone, senior vice president of Deere’s Intelligent Solutions Group.
The CES Innovation Awards program is an annual competition. The Tech for a Better World category honors products that impact society and the world in a positive way.
“The 8RX is a high horsepower row crop tractor with four tracks that integrates smart technology in a user-friendly design,” said Dr. Bernhard Haas, senior vice president of Deere’s Global Tractor Platform. “This award recognizes our focus on innovation in precision agriculture that enables farmers to increase productivity as they meet the challenge of feeding the rapidly-growing global population.”
The CES Innovation Awards program recognizes honorees in a multitude of consumer technology product categories and distinguishes the highest rated in each. Products are reviewed and scored by an elite panel of judges of designers, engineers and members of the tech media based on design, functionality, consumer appeal, engineering and their positive impact on the world.
John Deere will be exhibiting at CES 2020 in the artificial intelligence section in South Hall at booth #25608.


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In reply to joe. To have a better view on this concern, may we know the following: Which version of Windows are you using? What troubleshooting steps have you done so far? Can you send us a screenshot with the error message you are getting? In reply to Desiree Yau’s post on March 14, Desiree Users coming here for help deserve better treatment than this. The error message Joe gives also confirms that he is not using Windows Live Mail.
Regardless of the email software you choose, they often require the same information about your account: Email address : This is your user name followed by distributel. Must be between two 2 and ten 10 characters long. Email password : This is the password you choose when subscribing to Distributel.
Must be between six 6 and sixteen 16 characters long. Incoming IMAP mail server : imap. This is the name of the server that receives your email. Outgoing SMTP mail server : smtp. This is the name of the server that sends email for you. Display name : This is the name, like John Smith or Dr. Details required :. Cancel Submit. Joanna Microsoft Agent. Hi Selena, If you run your own email server or rent one from another independent provider, setting up a POP3 email account can be a bit more complicated than a standard configuration.
For incoming email – they usually look something like ” pop. Launch the Windows Mail app. Vallen POP3 Mail Checker is a good, free software only available for Windows, that is part of the category Communication software with subcategory Other GetMail is a nice, free Windows software, that is part of the category Communication software with subcategory Email more specifically Web Mail.
Removed ALL third-party libraries curl, openssl, It will check for new emails every minute. If there are new emails, they will be fetched and the icon The good thing about the POP3 e-mail protocol is that most webmail accounts are based on it which means you can easily link your e-mail client to it. For this you don’t need any kind of setup Added support for the new Yahoo interface to yahoo. Mozilla Thunderbird Free Download for Windows. With it, you can set up the mail server for yourself or your team members.
It is available for free, but there is also a paid Enterprise edition with many additional features and dedicated support. You can download the free edition of FirstClass from here. It is widely accepted that Kolab Groupware is one of the best free and open-source Windows mail servers. This can be attributed to a number of factors, such as its feature-richness, reliability, and ease of use.
Kolab Groupware also integrates well with other software, making it an ideal choice for businesses and organizations. The Kolab Groupware has many features, including the ability to send and receive an email. Its other features are:. Among all free mail servers, iRedMail is one of the best Windows mail servers on the market. It is easy to install and configure, and it provides a wide range of features, including:. If you are looking for a powerful yet easy-to-use Windows mail server, Zentyal is the perfect solution for you.
Zentyal can handle large volumes of mail without any slowdown and lets you receive messages from external accounts such as Gmail and Yahoo Mail. It includes a built-in firewall to help protect your network from online threats and also has spam filtering features that help to keep your inbox clean. In addition, Zentyal can be used as a secure email server, providing encryption and authentication for messages. As we mentioned earlier, an open-source server is a great solution for businesses that are looking for an affordable and customizable option.
Open source servers can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each business, and they are often more affordable than proprietary servers.
Additionally, open-source Windows servers are often more secure, as they are updated more frequently than proprietary servers. One of the drawbacks of open-source servers is that they can be more difficult to use than proprietary servers. However, with a little training, most businesses will be able to use an open-source server effectively.
We introduced you 10 best free Windows mail servers, some of which are open source. You can compare them and choose the best one that fits your needs, but generally speaking, the best open-source server for Windows is hMail. Windows mail server software can be expensive, but there is a great, free alternative: hMailServer.
As it was mentioned, Windows mail servers have SMTP servers to send and receive emails from any computer with an internet connection. This can be a great option for small businesses or individuals who want to save money. For example, some providers only allow users to send a limited number of messages each day. Others may not offer support for certain email clients or protocols. This will help ensure that you understand the restrictions and limitations of the service.
Most mail server solutions that support Windows, support its older versions too since Windows 10 is a relatively new version.
Especially the solutions that have been around for at least five years should do just fine on older Windows operating systems. Zimbra is an example of such mail server solutions with its support for older bit systems. Although, the development of Zimbra Desktop has been discontinued since October Another mail server solution that probably will have the least problems on an older Windows 8 or 7, is Apache James.
Since this mail server is based on Java and runs on JVM, it is platform-independent and if you are running JVM 6 or above, it should work just fine on your Windows 8. We introduced you ten best free mail servers for Windows, and you may choose any of them as the best solution for your needs.
When you are looking for the best Windows mail server, you will have to consider a lot of different factors. One of the most important things to think about is how many users you need to support. If you have a small business with only a handful of employees, you may not need a very robust mail server. However, if you are running a large company with hundreds or even thousands of employees, you will need something that can handle a lot of traffic. A free feature-rich email client Mozilla Thunderbird is a free feature-rich application that lets you manage multiple email accounts from one dashboard.
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Hexamail works with all major email providers and e-mail server software: you keep your email where you want it. Download Free · Hexamail Flow Reviews. This article tells you how to add email accounts to the Mail and Calendar apps so you can start sending and receiving email and creating and managing. Follow the next steps for a quick access to email settings in the Mail program: right-click on the email address in the left sidebar.


title: Widespread testing treatment of hepatitis c in u s prisons improves outcomes

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At current drug prices, testing all persons entering prison for Hepatitis C, treating those who have at least 12 months remaining in their sentence, and linking individuals with less than 12 months in their sentence to care upon their release would result in improved health outcomes. Published in Clinical Infectious Diseases, researchers found that these approaches provide the best value-for-money compared to not testing or treating any prisoners, or only testing and treating prisoners at high risk of Hepatitis C (HCV). While cost-effective, however, the data also show that these approaches would place a large cost burden on the correctional system.
Researchers simulated the lifetime progression of a cohort of prisoners from intake until death, projecting clinical outcomes, cost-effectiveness, and the budgetary impact. They considered different levels of testing (no testing, risk-based testing, routine testing at entry or at release), whether treatment would or would not be provided in prison, and whether or not a patient would be linked to care upon release if he/she were not treated in prison. The “test all, treat all, and linkage to care at release” strategy increased the number of people cured by 23 percent, reduced cirrhosis cases by 54 percent, and increased life expectancy for HCV-infected individuals by two years. It was determined that this strategy was cost-effective when compared to current practice; however, it was associated with an additional annual cost to the department of corrections of $1,440 per prisoner entering the system, a significant burden on health care budgets.
Approximately one third of all U.S. HCV cases pass through the prison system each year, making interventions among incarcerated individuals important in reaching the World Health Organization’s goal of eliminating HCV. Policymakers might understand the importance of controlling HCV rates in prison, but need data like this to inform the costs and outcomes they can expect from a variety of testing and treatment strategies.
“We expected clinical outcomes to improve with widespread testing, treatment, and linkage to care for individuals not treated in prisons, but found it notable that it was also the strategy to most efficiently use limited health resources,” said Sabrina Assoumou, MD, MPH, infectious diseases physician at BMC and the study’s lead author. “Addressing HCV in prisons will require investment from departments of corrections and public health departments, but we hope these findings demonstrate the value of such an investment and will encourage innovations in financing HCV care among this population.”
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title: Clearwater paper announces sale of ladysmith facility to dunn paper

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Clearwater Paper Corporation has sold its Ladysmith, Wisconsin-based facility to Dunn Paper for $72m, and reiterated its focus on the production of ultra-quality tissue products.
The company will use the net proceeds to help fund the expansion of its Shelby, N.C. facility.
Linda K. Massman, president and chief executive, said the strategy for its consumer products business is to “match the growing demand for the ultra-quality segments of the tissue category”.
She said: “As a result, we elected to sell our Ladysmith facility, which manufactures recycled paper and does not align with that strategy.”
Effective 21 August, Ladysmith employees are now employees of Dunn Paper.
Brent Earnshaw, chief executive of Dunn Paper, said: “Ladysmith is a critical piece of our strategic growth at Dunn.
“The additional capacity at Ladysmith will enable faster growth in the specialty tissue/absorbent market and their recycled fibre source is well suited for a variety of applications within the Dunn portfolio.”
Clearwater Paper manufactures quality consumer tissue, AfH tissue, parent roll tissue, bleached paperboard and pulp at manufacturing facilities across the nation.
The company is a premier supplier of private label tissue to major retailers and wholesale distributors, including grocery, drug, mass merchants and discount stores.
Dunn Paper is a manufacturer of high-performance, advanced paper materials for lightweight technical food packaging and tissue products throughout North America.
It currently manufactures products at six locations across the Midwest, East Coast, and Ontario, Canada.
Dunn Paper is a portfolio company of Arbor Investments, a Chicago-based private equity firm.


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We were asking the public for mascot design ideas for the Japan Neuroscience Society (JNS) through our website and design competition information websites last fall and received 186 ideas in total. We received many great design ideas from both professionals and amateurs in a wide range generation, and many of those were consistent with the aim of the call for design ideas; ‘the design of the official mascot of the JNS should be friendly, which makes ordinary people, high-school students and university students interested in and feel attached to the mascot’. Thank you for all of you submitting your ideas.
First, the Public Relations Committee narrowed down the ideas submitted to 30 candidates in the first screening after careful consideration including opinions from ordinary people including students. Next, online voting to these candidates by JNS members was conducted as the second screening between January 17, 2019 and February 20, 2019. In parallel with this, the similar online vote by nearly 500 students of junior high schools, senior high schools, universities and academies was also conducted.
Finally, we decided to adopt the following three designs as the official mascot of the society; (Works No. 27) which won in first place in the vote by members, (Works No. 16) which was most popular among junior and high school students, and (Works No. 1) which was second most popular among university and academy students. (Most popular design in the vote by students was the same as in the vote by members.)
The designs adopted will be used in outreach activities, printed materials, website, annual meetings, etc. of the JNS.
We really appreciate the cooperation of all of you, regardless of members or non-members, in voting for the selection of the mascot design.


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Are you looking for the perfect gift for the special people in your life? Look no further than the Guide to Olive Wood Gifts from the Holy Land. Carefully crafted from olive trees grown in the land of Israel, these unique gifts are perfect for expressing your love and appreciation. From jewelry and kitchenware to religious artifacts and decor, the Guide to Olive Wood Gifts contains something for every taste.
The items in the Guide to Olive Wood Gifts are made with precision and care, so you can be sure you’re getting the best quality product. Every piece is unique, with its own shades of wood grain that will provide a warm, natural touch to any home. And since the olive wood is sourced from the biblical land of Israel, it adds an extra layer of history and significance to each gift.
The Guide to Olive Wood Gifts is an excellent choice for those looking for a special and meaningful gift. Not only do the crafted pieces themselves bring joy to their recipients, but the knowledge that they were made in the Holy Land provides an additional layer of emotional value. Whether you’re looking for something for a special moment or simply want to show your devotion, our online wooden category has something for everyone.
The olive tree is par excellence an emblem of Israel, both for its trunk, its branches and its fruit, which symbolize the chosen people. Since the Old Testament we find many references to the olive tree. It is affirmed that the olive tree was the first tree to sprout after the great flood and that the dove sent by Noah to check the descent of the waters returned with an olive branch in its beak (Genesis 8:11).
Later, we find that olive oil was a basic element in the consecration ceremonies of the kings of Israel (1 Samuel 16:13 & 1 Kings 1:39). Even in Solomon’s Temple its wood was olive (1 Kings 6:31-33) and it was illuminated by olive oil lamps (Exodus 27:20).
Today, extensive olive groves are still cultivated in Israel. There is a first zone in the Galilee, the coastal strip and some inland areas. The second zone is located in the center of Israel, the valley and town of Merkava. A third zone is located in the Golan, near the Syrian border. Both the wood and the fruit are highly valued in Israel and widely used today.


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4 Aboriginal arts and culture centres underway … or not
What is the status of the four major new Aboriginal arts and culture centres underway around the country?
The best art I saw in 2024 across 11 cities and over 200 exhibitions
A note of appreciation to all the artists and artworks that left a mark on my year.
Enough with the selfies; look at the art
US museum guard Dereck Stafford Mangus urges museum goers to put their phones down, just for a minute.
Why are climate activists glueing themselves to paintings?
Climate activists are targeting priceless art to spread their message. Here's why the seemingly absurd act is more than a…
How museums could light up and display more of the world’s precious objects for longer
Emrah Baki Ulas explores how new advances in lighting technology can improve museum displays for visitors while also addressing preservation.
Experts say our galleries and museums need to become greener
From our boards down to visitor services, museums and galleries have a holistic responsibility to become more sustainable entities –…
Is custodianship outdated thinking for museums and galleries?
A panel of First Nations arts managers takes a look at the role of continuities and custodianship across our GLAM…
How social justice and a pandemic are shaping Museum leadership
ArtsHub takes a look at the AMaGA discussion on leadership and transformative change for the future of museums and galleries,…
The year that was: COVID and the arts a year on from lockdown
From digital pivots, to government funding (or lack there of), to conversations and resilience – we take a look at…
What our galleries and museums collected in 2020, and why
We asked ten of our major collecting institutions nationally what they acquired in 2020, as a document of this incredible…


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Board cleans up list of trees allowed on village property
The Saukville Village Board has amended an ordinance specifying what type of trees may be planted on village property.
“We wanted to clean up what was previously in the books and it delineates the specifics for small, medium and large trees,” Public Works Supt. Ray deBruijn said during a Public Works Committee meeting that preceded the Village Board meeting Tuesday.
“The update will also diversify the area. So if something comes up with emerald ash borer, we won’t have bare trees on the streets.”
According to Village Administrator Dawn Wagner, the trees will be planted in village’s parks and terrace areas.
If citizens wish to donate a tree to the village, the list of trees in the ordinance can help them determine what type of tree to buy.
Under the ordinance changes, no species of trees other than those included on the list may be planted on municipal property without approval by the village’s Tree Board.
Trees allowed to be planted on village property include:
• Small trees: Ivory silk lilac, snow lilac, autumn brilliance serviceberry, franz fountain hornbeam and robin serviceberry;
• Medium trees: Turkish filbert, European hornbeam, Cleveland pear, regal prince oak, cork tree (amur) and little leaf linden;
• Large trees: Kentucky coffee, hackberry, ginko, pin oak, accolade elm, autumn blaze maple, honey locust, shy line locust, state street maple and columnar maple;
The ordinance states that all street trees to be planted must have a minimum 2-inch caliber and be balled in burlap.


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What is CRISPR-Cas9?
CRISPR-Cas9 is a new technology that makes genetic manipulation fast and simple. The CRISPR-Cas9 system was originally discovered as a bacterial defense mechanism against foreign DNA introduced by bacteriophages. The technology is already widely used both as a tool in research laboratories and to develop novel therapeutics for serious diseases.
CRISPR-Cas9 is a precise gene-editing tool that can correct defective DNA, much like a text editing software can edit or correct typos in your document. It functions as a target-seeking molecular scissors, kind of like a Swiss army knife that can be used to introduce a variety of changes into the genome of any cell or organism.
The tool is an RNA programmable enzyme that functions as scissors to cleave DNA and that can easily be designed for targeting any gene in a cell in order to modify it. It is henceforth possible to modify gene expression, to switch it “on” or “off,” to change, repair or remove genes.
The RNA consists of a single RNA that can be programed to guide the enemy to modify the sequence of DNA of interest in the genomes of any cell and organism.
What does CRISPR-Cas9 stand for?
CRISPR refers to Clustered Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats occurring in the genome of certain bacteria, in which the system was discovered.
Cas-9 stands for CRISPR-associated endonuclease number 9 and was previously known as Csn1 or Cas5.
We found this system in Streptococcus pyogenes which is a flesh eating bacteria.
Bacteria have an adaptive immune system, which allows them to defend themselves against predators. This can be the viruses of bacteria called bacteriophages. The adaptive immune system is composed of an RNA component that carries the memorisation of a previously encountered virus, for example, and some proteins that will allow the memorization event and also subsequently prevents the attack or the predators from a second infection.
Focussing on one such RNA, which is now known as the tracrRNA we ended up asking the question whether the RNA would interfere with the adaptive immune system of the bacteria called CRISPR Cas. Indeed we found that this RNA can form a duplex with a CRISPR RNA component, which is a memory device of this adaptive immune system and can guide a protein of the system that has the function to cleave the DNA of invading viruses.
The mechanism that we discovered is that the two RNA molecules interfere with one another to form a single duplex RNA that guides an endonuclease, a protein that has the possibility to cleave DNA, to the target virus DNA. When we followed up on the pathway of this adaptive immune system it became clear that this system would carry a high potential as a new molecular biology tool.
The mechanisms of DNA targeting called CRISPR-Cas9 is unique in nature and has very quickly been adopted by the scientific community as a new tool to manipulate DNA. By adjusting the sequence of the RNA signature of CRISPR-Cas9, the complex can be targeted to cleave or modify a genome in a sequence-specific manner. The system is considered as a game-changer and is on the way to revolutionize the genetics of cells and model organisms in the lab.
Today thousands of laboratories use CRISPR-Cas9 in their research.


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By Kristina De Nike, Sr. Product Manager, End-User Computing, VMware
Watch out, the Horizon View team is letting the first horse out of the corral. Today we are releasing updates to all of the Horizon View Clients. The clients boast both refinements and new features and are updated to work with the latest operating systems. What’s more, over the weeks to come, the clients will deliver even more features as updates to the Horizon View Connection Server and Feature Pack arrive.
Real-Time Audio-Video for Linux Clients
In our last release, the Horizon View team introduced Real-Time Audio-Video in our Windows client. Real-Time Audio-Video encodes and compresses audio and video from the client end point, so users get crystal clear audio and video chat in their virtual desktop. We got such an enthusiastic response to this feature, we are now introducing it to our Linux client users as well. Linux users can connect to their virtual desktop to use Skype, Webex and Google Hangouts. The agent update that shipped with Horizon View 5.2 Feature Pack 2 works with both clients.
For more information on Real-Time Audio-Video, you can refer back to the blog from the initial roll-out.
Optimized for iOS 7 & Mac OS X Mavericks
Apple did a major rewrite with iOS 7 and VMware responded with an updated Horizon View Client for iOS. The new Horizon View Client is optimized for iOS 7 both in terms of functionality and look and feel. Unity Touch now feels at home on iOS 7 and still makes it easy to open files and launch Windows applications all from an iOS native menu.
VMware also updated the Horizon View Client for Macintosh to be fully compatible with Mac OS X 10.9, aka Mavericks.
New Windows Client With Support for Windows 8.1
With this release, VMware is also introducing a completely rewritten version of the Horizon View Client for Windows. Read more about it here.
Download the VMware Horizon View Clients version 2.2 here.


title: Root canal treatment how long will it last

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Endodontic treatment is important to save a tooth when the mash — the living tissue inside it, including of nerves, veins, and connective tissues — becomes kindled or tainted. Passing of the mash tissue permits contamination to spread into the bone encompassing the tooth. The tainted mash of the tooth should be eliminated, and the root canals cleaned, moulded, sanitized, and filled to seal them, so they are less defenceless to future disease.
Root canal treatment Chatswood is normally embraced by an overall dental specialist or an endodontist — a dental expert who has a few extra-long stretches of cutting-edge preparation in the determination and treatment of dental torment, and related root canal problems and sicknesses. Albeit general dental specialists have little schooling and preparation in root canal treatment, they frequently send cases to their endodontic accomplices for root canal treatment in Sydney. These incorporate the more confounded, troublesome cases or those past their solace level.
A few Variables Influencing Root canal Life span:
A new proof-based investigation of teeth having an essential (first time) root canal treatment Chatswood referred to conditions that added to the achievement and life span of root canal fillings. One was the shortfall of root canal disease that had spread into the bone — all in all, the prior the tooth is dealt with the better the result. So don’t put off treatment on the off chance that you want it! One more was the nature of the root canal treatment Sydney itself. How rapidly and successfully the harmed tooth was fixed after root canal treatment was finished was likewise an element, meaning it’s essential to have the tooth re-established with a long-lasting filling or crown, which generally requires a subsequent office visit, immediately.
All Teeth Are Not Made Equivalent:
Essentially the front teeth, which are utilized for cutting, have single roots (and canals) and are both simpler to access and treat. They additionally get less gnawing force than the back teeth. The back teeth, which by contrast are used for biting, have a few roots and hence more root canals; they are harder to get to and are more convoluted to treat. Furthermore, a front tooth may not require a crown after root canal treatment Chatswood, yet a back tooth will.
Changes Over the long haul:
Studies have shown that there is a critical connection amongst age and how safe a tooth is to break, whether it has had root canal treatment Sydney. Over the long run, teeth can turn out to be weak and have a more noteworthy inclination to break, particularly the back molar teeth that get the most gnawing force. That is the reason it’s essential to put crowns on root canal-offered teeth cover and shield them from unjustifiable pressure, which will expand their life span. Some of the time it is likewise important to put a post inside a treated root canal to help and support a crown, particularly if the tooth has been broadly harmed. Notwithstanding, certain posts, albeit in some cases fundamental, may expand the chance of root cracks after some time. Please visit sydneysmilesdental.com.au for more information.


title: Fed declines to raise interest rates

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The US Federal Reserve has released the minutes from its July FOMC meeting, in which participants declined to raise interest rates. Members of the FOMC expressed familiar sentiments and concerns. While participants were generally positive about the outlook for the US economy, global concerns and sluggish inflation dampened the possibility of domestic optimism leading to a rate rise.
As the minutes noted: “Members judged that the information received since the committee met in June indicated that the labour market had strengthened and that economic activity had been expanding at a moderate rate.” It was noted that job growth was strong in June, following March’s disappointing results, with many members noting that the labour market remained “solid, and slack had continued to diminish”. While business investment was seen to have softened, all agreed that household spending had picked up.
Two key concerns still persisted: low inflation and the outlook of the global economy
However, two key concerns still persisted: low inflation and the outlook of the global economy. While members judged that near-term risks to the domestic outlook had diminished, “some noted that the UK vote, along with other developments abroad, still imparted significant uncertainty to the medium- to longer-term outlook for foreign economies, with possible consequences for the US outlook”.
At the same time, inflation has continued to run below the Fed’s target of two percent. According to the minutes: “Members continued to expect inflation to remain low in the near term.” Although there was some expectation of a potential raise in inflation in the medium term, “in light of the current shortfall of inflation from two percent, members agreed that they would continue to carefully monitor actual and expected progress toward the Committee’s inflation goal”.
It was concluded that after “assessing the outlook for economic activity, the labour market, and inflation, as well as the risks around that outlook, members decided to maintain the target range for the federal funds rate at 0.25 to 0.5 percent at this meeting”.
The Fed seems to be stuck on a loop. While it recognises a continuously improving US domestic outlook – particularly when it comes to employment – the persistence of low inflation and global risks to the US economy means that it is reluctant to risk a rate rise.


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Welcome to The Flower Challenge! This is the challenge that celebrates cards using floral images. Our challenge for July is...
It would be great if you could add our cue card above when entering our challenge.
Of course most of all....have fun! So this month we would like to see you make a CAS card card, (a simple card with lots of 'white' space, with few layers or embellishments), as well as the usual FLOWERS of course too. If in any doubt see the examples made by our talented Design Team below!
Our showcase will be announced in the usual manner, the day before the next challenge.
Please note that you can find us on facebook and also Instagram too. Our Instagram page is @theflowerchallenge2...remember the 2 at the end ;) All links in sidebar!
Please don't forget to use your Florals as always and as the MAIN feature on your card.
Only 6 other challenges allowed as well as our own.
Also please take a few minutes to read our rules in the tab above as you may lose out on winning a prize sometimes too. Bought flowers or ones just cut out from design paper alone are NOT allowed. If in any doubt please do ask.
Some DT news also, our fabulous team members Jyoti and Dhruvika are leaving us I am sad to report. I think sometimes life just gets in the way......anyway really sorry to see them leave us and I am sure you all wish them well in the future. All the team will miss them both I know ......and their beautiful cards of course too.
Happy to say we are welcoming two new DT members this month, the amazing SathyaKala Sankaran and the equally amazing Nancy Penir. I know you will all give them a big welcome and I am sure they will both inspire us all with their fabulous creations each month.
See their first beautiful cards for our challenge as DT below ;)
Here is some more inspiration from the Design Team. (Be sure to click on the links to their blogs and leave them some comment love :)


title: Decluttering your yard

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It’s just about time for spring cleaning and that means you’re sure to have a lot of organizing to do. As you make your lists and pick up essentials to help make the task easier, don’t forget about your yard. If your backyard is looking a little rundown or cluttered, it may seem like a daunting task to tackle. Here are a few tips to help you combat this chore and make your yard look spotless in no time.
During the winter, there is hardly a need for regular lawn care so by the time spring rolls around, you’re likely to have weed patches and grass that needs a trip. Sometimes, just a good grass cutting can turn your drab yard into a beautiful space. Be sure to weed eat around your porch, home, and any other structures to get a nice and clean finish.
This includes cleaning up or even starting your own garden. If you’ve got a garden already, there’s probably weeds or other plants that aren’t meant to be there from a winter of neglect. Cleaning these out and getting your garden ready for a productive spring is a great way to make your backyard look that much more inviting. If you don’t have a garden, it’s not too late to plant one! Pick your favorite flowers or vegetables and plant them in a raised bed to keep out critters.
If your yard is cluttered with children’s toys, tools, or even your own toys, it’s time to organize those items and put them where they belong. If you have a tool shed or garage, these are the best places for them. You can set up bins and drawers to organize everything. This also allows you to be able to find exactly what you need when you want it and have a place to put it back when you’re done.
Consider a Fence
Getting a fence for your backyard can help keep it cleaner and more organized. You’ll be able to landscape around the fence or put in fun things like swimming pools and trampolines without worrying about people or animals getting into them. There will be less trash blowing into your yard and less outside noise coming through to your home.
Take some time during this beautiful spring weather and declutter your yard with these tips. Organize your yard items, plant a garden, and cut the grass to enhance your backyard with ease.


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It's no secret that Justin Bieber's been busy lately — what with turning his life back around and marrying Hailey Baldwin in a whirlwind romance that has us all saying "aww." But it's been a hot minute since we've gotten to hear any new music from him.
The last solo album that Justin released was in 2015, with his album Purpose, giving us a grown-up look at the "Baby" singer. Since, we've had a few collaborations with his name on them, but nothing new and original from the Biebs himself.
Luckily, that wait might finally be over soon. In an Instagram post, Bieber promised there would be new music blessing our ears soon — on one condition. His post needed to reach 20 million likes.
Justin promises new music after 20 million likes.
The photo announcing new music was just a text screen, reading "If this gets 20 million like Justin Bieber will release an album before Christmas."
If 20 million likes sounds like a lot to you, that's because it is. Currently, the most-liked Instagram photo is from the account @world_record_egg. The post, which is literally just a photo of an egg, was posted in an attempt to dethrone Kylie Jenner from having the most-liked Instagram photo ever.
Kylie's photo, which had 18 million likes before it was dethroned, was the announcement of her baby, Stormi. The egg photo, though, surpassed Kylie's back in January with 25 million likes — that's 5 million more than Justin is trying to achieve.
Now, the egg has over 53 million likes, meaning Justing won't be even close to beating the world record. But he will have beaten Kylie, and would be second-place for the most-liked photo on Instagram.
That's a lot of hype around his music he's trying to create. But he's hoping his fans will pull through.
"Share it, like it, post in your story, I gotta see the demand ;) love you guys pumped for it! I’m almost done but your support will make me move faster," his caption read.
Currently the post has over 7 million likes, so it's still possible he might achieve his goal.
Could a new Justin Bieber Christmas album be on the way?
It's a possibility. With the timing of the new music so close to the holidays, it's possible the Biebs could be bringing us new Christmas carols. Previously, Justin released a Christmas album titled Under the Mistletoe. The queen of Christmas music herself Mariah Carey even made an appearance on the album.
However, there's no confirmation on what the content of his new music could be, though, since he hasn't released a single himself in years.
Since his hiatus, he's released a collaboration of "Bad Guy" with Billie Eilish and the song "10,000 hours," which was a collaboration with Dan + Shay — the music video of which was a dedication to his wife, Hailey.
It seems like Justin's been busy in the studio lately, so there's definitely new music coming our way in the next couple of months. If the album is a Christmas album, Justin better hope he reaches 20 million likes — because a Christmas album after Christmas probably wouldn't do well.


title: Overcharge

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Gabin is the creation of a disproportion between the act and the counter act by making use of the inexperience or thoughtlessness of the other party in a difficult situation (in negotiation). According to the Turkish Code of Obligations;
“If there is a clear disproportion between the mutual acts in a contract,
disproportion, due to the distress or inconsiderate of the injured party, or
if it is carried out by taking advantage of his inexperience, the injured, the situation
according to its characteristics, or by notifying the other party that it is not bound by the contract, to return its performance.
or by adhering to the contract, it may request the elimination of the disproportion between the acts.
The injured have learned this right, thoughtlessness or inexperience; in times of need
in the event of a stay of one year, starting from the date on which this situation disappears, and in any case
It can be used within five years starting from the date of its establishment.”
In order for us to technically talk about the gain, the excessive disproportion in question must be found at the time the contract is concluded.
The first condition of the gain is the objective condition: There must be an extreme disproportion between the performance and the counter performance at the time of the conclusion of the contract.
Gabi’s second condition is the subjective condition: The subjective condition expresses the creation of extreme disproportion by utilizing a special situation. These subjective conditions are; It may be due to being in a difficult situation, inexperience and thoughtlessness.
Another condition of the gain is the intention to exploit. One of the parties must have the intention to exploit this special situation. As a result of the gain, the contract will be cancelled.


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A Dog’s View of the World: Understanding Canine Color Vision
The popular myth that dogs see the world in black and white has been thoroughly debunked. While their color perception isn’t as vibrant or nuanced as ours, dogs are not entirely colorblind. They see a range of colors, just a slightly different range than humans.
The key to understanding canine color vision lies in the cone cells in their retinas. These cells are responsible for detecting color. Humans have three types of cone cells (trichromatic vision), each sensitive to different wavelengths of light: red, green, and blue. This allows us to perceive a broad spectrum of colors by combining the signals from these three cone types.
Dogs, on the other hand, have only two types of cone cells (dichromatic vision), specifically sensitive to blue and yellow wavelengths. This means they can distinguish blues and yellows quite well, but they struggle to differentiate between reds, oranges, and greens. These colors tend to appear to them as shades of yellow or brown, or even grey.
Think of it like this: imagine a rainbow. Humans see the full spectrum from red to violet. A dog’s rainbow would be missing the red, orange, and green sections. Where we see those colors, a dog would perceive varying shades of yellow and blue. Purple and blue are still visible, but red is likely seen as a dark brownish-grey.
Therefore, a bright red fire hydrant probably doesn’t pop out to a dog in the same way it does to us. They might locate it using scent or shape recognition rather than by its distinctive color.
It’s important to remember that dogs also have excellent night vision due to a higher concentration of rod cells in their retinas. Rod cells are responsible for detecting light intensity, allowing them to see well in dim conditions. They also have a tapetum lucidum, a reflective layer behind the retina, which further enhances their night vision. This adaptation makes them skilled at detecting movement, even in low light.
While dogs may not appreciate a sunset the same way we do, their vision is perfectly adapted to their needs. Their ability to detect subtle movements and their enhanced night vision are more important for their survival and interaction with the world than a full spectrum of colors. Understanding their dichromatic vision helps us appreciate how they perceive their environment and can even influence how we train and play with our canine companions. Choosing blue and yellow toys, for instance, can make them easier for a dog to differentiate and find.


title: Setting up a typescript environment for openais whisper api

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Hello there! Congratulations on taking your first step into the world of OpenAI's Whisper API. I'm thrilled to guide you in setting up the perfect environment to start transcribing videos with ease. In this friendly walkthrough, we'll ensure you're well-equipped with all you need to get up and running, from initializing a Node.js
project to making your very first API call using TypeScript
By the end of this lesson, you'll have a stable and scalable development environment ready to handle OpenAI's API.
Before we jump into the technical steps, let's understand why setting up a Node.js
environment is a game-changer. Node.js
allows you to create a dedicated space for your project, managing dependencies and avoiding potential conflicts with other projects on your machine. This is particularly important when working with APIs like OpenAI's.
Now, keep in mind that securely managing API keys also plays a crucial role in keeping sensitive information safe. While we'll simplify things for now, remember that managing this securely is important as you progress.
Let's kick things off by initializing a Node.js
project and equipping it with the essential tools to interact with OpenAI's API:
Initialize a Node.js Project:
Run the following command in your terminal to create a new
project:This command creates a
file, which will manage your project's dependencies. -
With your project initialized, install the necessary packages using
:These packages will help you interact with OpenAI's API. In the CodeSignal environment, however, they'll come pre-installed.
Manage Environment Variables with
file in your project root to store your API key securely:Use the
package to load this environment variable into your application.
To access OpenAI's services, you'll need an API key. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to get yours:
Sign Up at OpenAI's Website:
Head over to OpenAI's official website and create an account if you haven't already: https://platform.openai.com/docs/overview
Navigate to the "API Keys" Section:
Once logged in, find the API section, usually located in your account dashboard or settings.
Generate an API Key:
Press "Create a new secret key" and follow the instructions to generate your API key. This key is your entry pass to OpenAI’s capabilities, so handle it with care.
Store and Access Your API Key in Code:
package to load your API key from the.env
Now that your environment is set up and configured, let's test everything with a simple API call:
This snippet checks if your API key is valid by listing available models on OpenAI's platform. A successful message confirms that everything is working correctly.
Why does this matter? By laying a solid foundation with a well-configured environment, you ensure seamless future operations, safeguarding against unwanted errors and enhancing your project's performance. Now that you've got the basics down, you're ready to dive deeper into the world of Whisper API transcriptions!
In this lesson, you prepared your development environment for working with OpenAI's Whisper API using Node.js
. You learned the importance of initializing a Node.js
project to manage dependencies and ensure compatibility. You then set up a Node.js
project, installed necessary packages, and managed environment variables through a .env
file. Next, you acquired an OpenAI API key and integrated it into your project code. Finally, you validated your setup with a basic API request, ensuring everything was configured correctly for future endeavors. This foundational work is pivotal for seamless and efficient transcriptions using the Whisper API.


title: akomacounselingconcepts.com

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Akoma Counseling Concepts, LLC is a mental health counseling and consultation practice that specializes in women’s mental health. We also specialize in perinatal mental health counseling. We provide counseling services to women via teletherapy in the metro Washington, DC area.
We provide consulting services to community, education, or health care professionals to promote mental health awareness , advocacy, and cultural competency in the work place. We provide continuing education and training on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (postpartum depression, miscarriage, fertility issues, perinatal loss, and postpartum anxiety). Clinical supervision services are available. We are in network with Carefirst, Blue Crosss Blue Shield, United Health, Optum, and Amerihealth insurances.
Ready to start your journey?
Thank you for your interest in Akoma Counseling Concepts. We are thrilled that you have chosen us for your mental health journey.
At Akoma Counseling Concepts we seek to address your clinical concerns smoothly to better help support you. Please complete the teletherapy form below so that we can begin to support your therapeutic needs. Once completed someone will contact you within 24-72 hours Monday-Friday (except holidays).
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WASHINGTON (ABC 7) — July is Minority Mental Health Month and this morning we shared the startling statistics about moms and mental wellness, particularly in the D.C. area. Licensed professional counselor Shivonne Odom discussed maternal mortality in D.C., supporting moms after childbirth, and the importance of self-care in combating postpartum depression.


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SWFTCoin Reports 1,143.51% Growth in 12 Months
Cayman Islands, Cayman Islands, January 29th, 2025, Chainwire
Crypto trading platform SWFT Blockchain has announced that its native utility token SWFTC has achieved 1,143.51% growth over the past year, solidifying its status as one of the top-performing cryptocurrencies globally.
On January 27, SWFTCoin’s 24-hour trading volume surged past $300 million, with SWFTC/USD on Coinbase contributing an impressive $200 million. This surge not only underscores its growing adoption but also propelled SWFTCoin to 9th place among the top USD trading pairs, a testament to its rising dominance in the market.
A significant milestone for SWFTCoin is reaching its total supply cap of 10 billion tokens, marking the end of new token issuance. This fixed supply is driving scarcity, a factor that could further boost its value as demand continues to grow. Traders and investors are taking notice of SWFTCoin’s unique potential, which is further amplified by SWFTGPT, a revolutionary AI-powered tool tailored for cryptocurrency enthusiasts.
SWFTGPT redefines crypto trading by offering real-time market insights, enabling seamless and cost-efficient cross-chain swaps, and acting as a 24/7 personal crypto assistant. By simplifying complex processes and providing actionable advice, SWFTGPT empowers both novice and experienced traders to navigate the crypto landscape with confidence. This synergy between cutting-edge AI and blockchain innovation positions SWFTCoin as more than just a cryptocurrency—it’s an ecosystem designed for the future.
SWFTCoin’s remarkable achievements in growth, capped supply, and technological advancements with SWFTGPT make it a standout in the ever-evolving crypto market. For those looking to ride the wave of innovation and potential, SWFTCoin presents an opportunity that’s hard to ignore. Start trading today and be part of this groundbreaking journey as SWFTCoin continues to shape the future of cryptocurrency.
About SWFT Blockchain
SWFT Blockchain is a platform that allows users to transact in cryptocurrencies. Established in 2017, the company has the backing of renowned investors Draper Dragon and Node Capital. With over 800+ cryptocurrencies available on the platform and access to 50+ public blockchain networks, SWFT Blockchain offers a comprehensive suite of services for crypto users. SWFT Blockchain is a trusted partner for anyone looking to engage with the world of cryptocurrencies.


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4 Development Ideas for Marketers in 2021
Category: Universal InsightsAt Threadline, we believe in continuous development. So, we’ve done some research on a few programs that we think will elevate your skills as a social science-minded marketer. These courses are guaranteed to develop you as marketers that care about the consumers you serve and the brands you build to help them. Check them out and if you sign up for one, let us know! Maybe we’ll see you on the forums!
Behavioral Economics Bootcamp by Irrational Labs
If you want to understand human behavior from the teams researching and teaching about it day-in and day-out, this course is for you. With options for both a general consumer focus or a health focus, participants learn about the drivers of behavior and how to use them to motivate your audience to adopt, engage with and retain your product or service. Dan Ariely and Kristen Berman, founders of Irrational Labs, are celebrities within the BE world. Swoon.
Designing Strategy by IDEO U
IDEO is the power player in design thinking, and they’ve applied their principles to strategy. The course will help you identify a strategic problem, reframe it, and come up with opportunities to solve it. Not only that, the classes are an encouraging mix of self-driven and group-oriented work so that you can learn from their staff and other participants. IDEO U has consistently useful content. This new course no doubt lives up to that bar.
Goodvertising by 42 Courses
We just discovered 42 Courses this past year, and it is chock full of valuable content for the modern marketer. This course is one of the most interesting. It will walk you through the steps to build a brand that will impact your bottom line AND help make the planet a better place. 42 Courses also offers a subscription service that will give you access to all of their courses – an unbeatable deal since there were many more programs from 42 Courses that were hard to exclude from this list.
Fundraising & Marketing: Building Nonprofit Capacity by the Kellogg School Center for Nonprofit Management
For the nonprofit marketers in the bunch – or those aspiring to be one – this is one of the most comprehensive programs you can find. Across an intensive six days, participants have the opportunity to learn alongside Kellogg professors and practitioners – like our very own, Kristian Aloma, Ph.D. The program is also eligible for those seeking continuing education credits.
Each of these development ideas for marketers is sure to elevate your skills and your role in your organization. If you want to bring the knowledge to your company’s masses, you should also consider Threadline’s Skill-Building Workshops. Each one codifies our processes and principles – from behavioral economics to storytelling to psychology – and shares them in engaging and practical sessions for your whole team. We have a few ready to go and are always willing to design a custom one to meet your team’s needs. If you want to learn more, send us a note, and we can start putting a program together for you.
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Simple energy metrics can be useless or worse
Our client, an industrial bakery, monitored natural gas burned in the oven in m3 per kg of shipped bread. A fair metric, right? Just read the meter, take production report, divide consumption by production – done. They have got nowhere with this metric when it came to assessing if oven’s efficiency was off: average gas consumption varied by 30% from month to month. How demotivating would that be for efficiency analysis?
Normalized metric identified cause of efficiency loss
To find out if oven efficiency was degrading we performed a regression analysis of gas usage vs production vs ambient temperature. This analysis separated “production” and “non-production” parts of gas usage. Now the “production” part of the metric depended on production efficiency only. It came out that capacity utilization and weather were the cause of efficiency variations: oven was burning gas 24/7, while not always baking bread. Also, oven used outside air for combustion with no preheating, therefore gas usage depended on outside temperature. Operators could not control either of these factors, so nobody was concerned with consumption of gas. With new metric operators could quickly notice if something went wrong and take a corrective action before significant amount of natural gas was wasted.
Enforcing wrong efficiency target may cause loss of quality
New metric has not eliminated all risks. If management were to use volume of gas burned per kg of shipped product, then to meet efficiency target employees would be motivated to accept sub-standard products in order to reduce waste. Quality of shipped product may suffer. We suggested to use amount of dough as a denominator instead of amount of shipped products to reduce the risk of quality loss and monitor gas usage effectively.
Accurate monitoring opens doors to more efficiency projects
Every good solution solves more problems, than it was designed for. In this case an added bonus was that regression analysis allowed to separate production and non-production oven loads, thus opening a door to energy saving measures in oven insulation, making lighter conveyor belt and lots of other. The key benefit? These innovations can be accounted for separately to allow for better investment decisions.


title: Mze4ma==

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Day 1: After arrival, we will proceed to Kutch district. Then we will visit Kutch (Rann Utsav) and enjoy the time there and in the evening we will get to check into the hotel. After that, we will have our lunch in the dining area. Then we will go for an evening Hi-Tea at White Rann Diner following that, we will go shopping or adventure activities around. Later for the night, we will come back to the hotel and take rest there overnight.
Day 2: Another day with the wonderful activities and delicious dinners
In the morning we will go to White Rann Diner for breakfast in the dining area. Then we will let you have the pace of your own and you can go around and wander for activities and shopping. In the afternoon, we will take you to the Resort Dining for lunch. After the lunch, we will go for a complimentary tour to Kalo Dunger and Gandhi nu Gam diner in the Rann Utsav Area for fun and dinner. We will also enjoy the Grand Housie at the Resort. Later we will go back to the hotel and stay there overnight.
Day 3: The last day of sightseeing and then retreat
In the early morning after breakfast, we will proceed to Bhuj. Check-out of the hotel and continue the journey today. Visit the attractions like Aina Mahal Museum, Prag mahal Museum, Bhartiya Sanskriti Darshan Exhibition & Cenotaphs of Royal Family.
Then, we will further proceed to Jamnagar. Following that, we will move to Ahmedabad. Then, we will visit the Kankaria Lack and River Front Park. Later in the evening, we will drop you at the Airport/ Railway Station. Your most incredible Journey to the Rann Utsav will end here with a sweet unforgettable memories.


title: Cr ruwatssa has capacity to deliver needs two engineers

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Patrick Echei Emori, Programme Manager, CRS Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency, RUWATSSA, is of the strong opinion that the agency he heads has enough capacity to deliver on her mandate. Emori who spoke to www.calitown.com in his office informed that in the past where there has been a visible shortage of manpower, the agency had to apply to His Excellency through the Civil Service Commission requesting for transfer of staff to fill noticeable gaps in the Agency.
Specifically the RUWATSSA Programme Manager said, a geologist and mechanical engineer, an electrical engineer, a biochemist as well as a micro biologist, who were initially in the school system in the state, had to be transferred to RUWATSSA. Even though the Agency now has 10 geologists, one civil engineer, an electrical engineer, a mechanical engineer, two microbiologist, a sanitarian, who does sanitary training, and other people, “right now what we need are two civil engineers to help us with the sanitation component of the programme”, he added.
On the level of intervention so far carried by the Agency in the state, he was quick to point out that, “…Yakurr LGA alone has a total of 239 communities, we have intervened in all. Odukpani has a total of 332 and we have intervened in all of them, Obubra has a total of 259 but we didn’t work in all of them. But like I’m saying all these communities – Odukpani, Yakurr, Obubra, Etung and Boki where we have worked, our impact has been positively felt”. He was also particular that in a place like “Yakurr where they have this clustered living, they have houses very close to the each other. For some people who do not have space to build their toilets and bathroom, some individuals are now building those facilities on a commercial basis. You go there, use the toilet, take your bath and then you pay. So our insistence on a hygienic habit has provided people with a means of livelihood”.
From 2005-2011, for water supply and sanitation, the Agency has received close to a billion in donor funds while in the 2013 intervention in Odukpani LGA alone, N339 million was expended. The Cross River State Government also has a counterpart contribution that she makes to the Agency which primarily intervenes in the area of water and sanitation among communities in the state.