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How do I talk like a native English speaker? | It seems that if you watch lots of American movies and repeat the character’s lines . . . it helps.
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Why are the Kannadigas the least known among South Indians? | 1. Diversity: Karnataka is a melting pot of many cultures. Though the language of kannada binds all of us together, each and every region has its own distinct culture in terms of language, dress, food etc. So acceptance of Unity in Diversity comes naturally to us. Since you do not hear about Inter regional fights in the State, we make very less news.
2. Smaller reach of Movie Industry: Soft power of a state is exercised through the reach of its movie industry. Most kannadigas can speak both Tamil and Telugu with ease because of the Telugu and Tamil movies. Kannada movies do not have the same reach as it is more or less limited to Karnataka state only(Abroad a little, of late). So very little is actually known about our wonderful actors and movie makers outside of the state.
[LINKED_TEXT: http://boxofficeindia.co.in/overview-of-the-south-indian-film-industry/] [URL: http://boxofficeindia.co.in/overview-of-the-south-indian-film-industry/]
[LINKED_TEXT: https://themonkeyscandal.com/2016/10/14/top-10-film-industries-india/] [URL: https://themonkeyscandal.com/2016/10/14/top-10-film-industries-india/]
It is indeed heartening that the situation is changing slowly and Kannada movies are increasing their reach and making good noise.
[LINKED_TEXT: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/beautiful-manasugalu-to-release-in-usa/articleshow/57181291.cms] [URL: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/beautiful-manasugalu-to-release-in-usa/articleshow/57181291.cms]
[LINKED_TEXT: http://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/Special-shows-for-special-films/article14382511.ece] [URL: http://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/Special-shows-for-special-films/article14382511.ece]
[LINKED_TEXT: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/Kannada-films-make-inroads-into-the-US-market/articleshow/50433509.cms] [URL: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/Kannada-films-make-inroads-into-the-US-market/articleshow/50433509.cms]
Kannada movies USA & overseas box office Gross collections : 1) RangiTaranga - USA - 2.1 crore (1.31 crore opening weekend) - 8 weeks in USA; Overseas total approx 3 crore (did very well even in UK & other countries, highest grossing film in USA & overseas) - Blockbuster 2) Godhi Banna Saadharana Maikattu - USA - 1.10 crore (71.86 lakh opening weekend) - 2nd highest grossing film in USA - Super Hit 3) Dhoddmane Hudga - USA - around 42.3 lakh (between 31.9 to 52.77 lakh as per varying sources; 29 lakh opening weekend excluding 1 lakh from thursday previews) - 3 weeks in USA - Above Average/Semi Hit 4) U turn - USA - 40 lakh (6.98 lakh opening weekend) - 4-5 weeks in USA - Above Average 5) Mungaru Male - USA - 36 lakh (highest grossing film in USA at that time, broke record of Joke Falls) - Blockbuster 6) Uppi 2 - USA - 34.88 lakh (4 lakh opening week single theater release in USA; extended release opening weekend 21.26 lakh) - 7 weeks in USA (at that time 3rd highest grossing film in USA behind RT & MM); Overseas total approx 40-50 lakh (did fairly well in Australia, Singapore, Germany) - Above Average 7) Mungaru Male 2 - USA - 32.14 lakh (16 lakh 1st week, 12 lakh opening weekend) - 3 weeks in USA - Above Average 8) Neer Dose - USA - 24.45 lakh (21.24 lakh opening weekend) - 4 weeks in USA - Average 9) Chakravyuha - USA - 13.89 lakh (10.68 lakh opening weekend) - 6-7 weeks in USA - below average/flop 10) Santhu Straight Forward - USA - 8.18 lakh (6.7 lakh opening weekend) - 2 weeks in USA - flop 11) Mr. & Mrs. Ramachari - USA - 8 lakh (2nd highest grossing film in USA at that time, broke record of Googly) - Super Hit 12) Googly (second highest grossing film in USA at that time, broke record of Joke Falls) - Super Hit 13) Joke Falls (highest grossing film in USA at that time, broke record of America America) - Blockbuster 14) America America (highest grossing film in USA for a long time) - Blockbuster Top Opening Weekend Gross in USA :- 1) RangiTaranga - 1.31 crore 2) Godhi Banna Saadharana Maikattu - 71.86 lakh 3) Dhoddmane Hudga - 29 lakh (excl. 1 lakh from thursday previews) 4) Uppi 2 - 21.26 lakh 5) Neer Dose - 21.24 lakh 6) Mungaru Male 2 - 12 lakh 7) Chakravyuha - 10.68 lakh 8) U Turn - 6.98 lakh 9) Santhu Straight Forward - 6.18 lakh
Source: [LINKED_TEXT: http://www.sandalwoodking.rocks/threads/kannada-movies-usa-overseas-box-office.6659/] [URL: http://www.sandalwoodking.rocks/threads/kannada-movies-usa-overseas-box-office.6659/]
3. Less number of kannadigas working outside of karnataka : Emigrants are very few in number as there is no dearth of job opportunities here. The climate is quite salubrious and people are accommodative, recipe for a great life. Why would anybody leave the state if it is so good?. We are also grossly under-represented in the All India Services(IAS, IPS) too. So generally very less is heard of us.
Even outside of India, there are less number of kannadigas working compared to that of other south Indian States. Though their Number is increasing steadily.
[LINKED_TEXT: http://kannada.oneindia.com/nri/article/2011/1103-kannada-rajyotsava-2011-korea-kannada-koota-aid0037.html] [URL: http://kannada.oneindia.com/nri/article/2011/1103-kannada-rajyotsava-2011-korea-kannada-koota-aid0037.html]
[LINKED_TEXT: http://www.akkaonline.org/] [URL: http://www.akkaonline.org/]
[LINKED_TEXT: http://www.news18.com/news/india/americas-youngest-surgeon-general-speaks-kannada-at-home-731474.html] [URL: http://www.news18.com/news/india/americas-youngest-surgeon-general-speaks-kannada-at-home-731474.html]
4. Cosmopolitan nature: You will not be persecuted for being an outsider in any part of the state. For example biharis work in the plantations of coorg, Gujarati traders work in Davangere, Marwadis are spread throughout the state. We have no problem with anybody working in any part of the state.
5. Unexplored Tourism potential: Karnataka is least commercialized in terms of tourism. The tourist spots are still pristine and are not well connected with infrastructure unlike our counterparts like Kerala and T.N. This move though protects nature, the toursim industry takes a big hit and Outsiders will never know much about the state.
[LINKED_TEXT: http://www.nativeplanet.com/travel-guide/offbeat-destinations-in-karnataka-001823.html#slide13659] [URL: http://www.nativeplanet.com/travel-guide/offbeat-destinations-in-karnataka-001823.html#slide13659]
6. No ugly Politics: I know most of you would disagree with me on this point. You will be right in pointing out that Karnataka’s politicians are on national news for corruption charges. But the point i wanted to make is, Since the formation of the state, the politics/Politicians in the state has not stooped a low where it becomes national news. Karnataka was blessed to have visionary and accommodating leaders since its inception. There has been no major political turbulence too.
7. Peace Lovers: Om Shaanthi Shaanthi Shaanthi hi.. at all times..
8. Good Development Indicators: Karnataka is a relatively developed state compared to other states. The job opportunities in the capital Bengaluru in the IT sector is too good. The government is also making efforts to develop other areas in the state too. Therefore less problems for the Media to report. (Bengaluru traffic is an exception though.. !!)
9. Non-Chauvinistic attitude: Though we are very proud of our culture, we do not try to shout from the top of our voice to prove it. (We do not Beat our own Trumpet).Live and Let Live is the Basic philosophy of Kannadigas.
Peace.. !!! Shaanthi... !!!
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Has any programmer ever been paid per line of code? | Anything is possible. But, it is a stupid idea. The only acceptable use of LOC is to measure productivity or cost. LOC does not factor in complexity. It does not factor in cut and paste. Paying by LOC would encourage people to be inefficient. However, I wouldn’t underestimate the ability of management to be stupid.
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Why Italian marble is best for flooring? | [LINKED_TEXT: Italian marble] [URL: https://rmsstonex.in/products/italian-marble/] is considered one of the best choices for flooring due to several factors:
Quality and Aesthetics: Italian marble is renowned for its exceptional quality and exquisite beauty. It is known for its wide range of colours, intricate veining patterns, and lustrous appearance, which can enhance the overall aesthetic appeal of any space.Durability: Italian marble is highly durable and can withstand heavy foot traffic and wear over time. It is less prone to scratches, chipping, and damage compared to other types of flooring materials. This durability ensures that the marble flooring will last for many years, maintaining its original beauty.Unique Varieties: Italy is known for its rich geological diversity, resulting in a wide variety of marble types. Each region in Italy produces unique types of marble with distinct characteristics, such as Carrara, Calacatta, Statuario, and Botticino. This variety allows homeowners and designers to choose from a range of colours, veining patterns, and textures, ensuring that they find the perfect marble to match their aesthetic preferences.Timeless Elegance: Italian marble has been used in architecture and design for centuries, and its timeless beauty and elegance have stood the test of time. Its classic appeal adds a touch of sophistication and luxury to any space, making it a preferred choice for high-end residential and commercial projects.Polishing and Finishing: Italian marble can be polished to a high gloss finish, which further enhances its natural beauty and creates a luxurious look. The polishing process brings out the depth and richness of the marble, making it even more visually appealing.Market Reputation: Italy has a long-standing reputation for producing high-quality marble. Italian marble suppliers and manufacturers adhere to strict quality control measures, ensuring that the marble meets international standards. This reputation and quality assurance make Italian marble a preferred choice for many homeowners, architects, and designers around the world.
It is important to note that while Italian marble offers numerous advantages, it may come at a higher cost compared to other types of marble or flooring materials. Additionally, proper care and maintenance, including regular cleaning and sealing, are necessary to preserve its beauty and longevity.
[LINKED_TEXT: https://rmsstonex.in/products/italian-marble/] [URL: https://rmsstonex.in/products/italian-marble/] |
Do many Americans want to decide the Presidency directly, rather than by using the electoral college? I understand the historical reasons for an electoral college but communication systems are now much better! | Communications systems would not directly alter the relationship between the federal and state governments.
It might be more reasonable to try to change state laws, so that they all have to proportion their electors as do Maine and Nebraska.
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How do I get someone's name by their mobile number? | Just add this number in your phone contact list and then you’ll be able to find this person in social network.
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What are the similarities and differences between the different classical dance forms of India? | Six classical dance forms are recognized at National Level. These are Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Manipuri, Kuchipudi, and Odissi.
Bharatnatyam Dance
Most popular in South India, Bharatanatyam is the most ancient of all the classical Indian dance forms. Originating in the temples of Tamil Nadu, today it is the most popular and widely performed of all the classical Indian dance styles. Considered to be a fire-dance, the movements of the Bharatanatyam dance resembles a dancing flame. Traditionally, this dance is a solo dance form that can be performed by male or female dancers and is characterized by different features—lasya for feminine movements and tandava for the masculine aspect. In more modern times, this dance has been performed by groups.
Kathak
This dance can be traced to northern India in Uttar Pradesh and the storytellers of that time who would recite tales to music. The word Kathak means “to tell a story” and this dance form is characterized by elements that tell the story—emotional facial movement with elements of mime incorporated in the movements. The main focus is the foot movement. This dance is performed with ankle bells well-controlled by the dancer.
Kathakali
This dance form consists of a group of dancers who portray various roles with content based on Hindu mythology. This dance form originated in southwest India in Kerala. Characterized by its dramatic makeup and elaborate costumes, audiences are taken on a visual journey in this dance form. Colors are used to describe character’s moods and status. Angry and evil characters wear red makeup, women are adorned with yellow faces, and the dancers wear large headdresses to add to the dramatic effect.The hands, facial expressions, and body movements embody and tell the stories in the Kathakali dance form. Traditionally, these dances would start in the evening and last through the night, but now Kathakali can be performed in three-hour presentations.
Manipuri
Considered to be one of the most meaningful of the dances, the Manipuri dance originated in Northeast India. Purely a religious dance and its aim is a spiritual experience. This dance form is associated with rituals and traditional festivals. Manipuri, like Bharatanatyam, incorporates the tandava and lasya movements. This dance is smooth and fluid with no sharp, jerky movements. A dance-drama, the cymbals, and drums are usually a part of the visual performance.
Kuchipudi
Kuchipudi was traditionally an all-male dance but is now performed by more women than men. This dance form originated in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh but is popular all over south India. The Kuchipudi dance style tells a story through fluid, graceful and brisk movements that are well-controlled and bring the piece alive. The dances are based on Hindu religion, spirituality, and mythology.
The dance style and many elements of the dance are similar to Bharatanatyam. Certain movements are specific to this dance form, and a special feature of the Kuchipudi is the use of dialogue.
Odissi
Originating from the state of Odisha in eastern India, this dance form has its very own strong characteristic movements that clearly separates it from the other classical Indian dance forms. It is distinguished by stamping of the foot and striking sculptural poses, and the specific importance of the independent, and more contorted movement of the head, chest, and pelvis (Tribhangi). The use of the hand movements (mudras) is very important in the Odissi dance, as it represents important things that help to tell the story. Themes for this dance are religious and emphasize Krishna and local themes.
Interested to know about other dance forms also? [LINKED_TEXT: Click here] [URL: https://www.vibeindian.in/states/indian-classical-dance/]
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Would marker ink work in a fountain pen? | Noodlers makes two inks: Blackerase and Bluerase. They are capable of being used in a fountain pen. Their properties are that they can act as ink on paper, but also work as wet eraseable ink on whiteboards. I use both in chisel tipped refillable markers to do both, so technically marker ink useable in a FP.
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What are easy recipes to learn if I don't know how to cook or even prepare basic dishes? | And also share some recipes to your muslim friends on this Ramadan festival and make their stomachs full with food and happyness.for more Ramadan festival recipes open this link
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If Java is not good for 3D games, then why is Minecraft still using Java and not recreated in C++? | It was recreated with C++ yes, Microsoft hired a company to do that.
But lots of people still use the Java version because of the many mods that exist and that those persons want to use.
So, the versions that will be played in game consoles, etc, will be in C++, and probably lots of persons will still use the Java version but due to the many mods that were made for it.
That’s it.
Nothing special, only people that like to use old mods.
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How can I improve my Quora writing skills? | read read read, I have the same question with you, but I think the only answer is persistence
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What do British conservatives think about such things as gun rights, ending abortion, ending gay marriage, and restoring the death penalty? | 1 if I want to have an abortion I can its nobodies business but mine. Why should a bible bashing moron telling what I can do with my body.
2 if gay people want to marry its their decision not yours or anybody elses.
3 how many innocent people have been executed
4 why would we be stupid enough to have the same lax gun controls as america
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Is there any truth to what QAnon is saying? | No!
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How and from where can I buy cheap flight tickets? | When searching for cheap flight tickets, there are several strategies you can employ. Firstly, utilize flight search engines like Skyscanner, Kayak, Google Flights, and Momondo. These platforms aggregate information from various airlines and travel agencies, allowing you to compare prices and find the cheapest options. Be sure to sign up for newsletters and fare alerts from airlines, travel agencies, and flight deal websites to stay updated on discounted flights and special promotions. Additionally, consider flying on weekdays or during off-peak times, as flights tend to be more expensive on weekends and during peak travel seasons. Checking nearby airports and being flexible with your travel dates can also help you find better deals. Lastly, booking in advance or being open to last-minute trips can sometimes lead to lower fares.
It's important to carefully review the terms and conditions, baggage allowances, and additional fees associated with the flights you're considering before making a purchase. Consider factors like travel insurance and overall convenience in addition to price when choosing the right flight for your needs. With these strategies in mind, you can increase your chances of finding cheap [LINKED_TEXT: flight tickets] [URL: https://wayaway.tp.st/TkYilcbZ] and enjoy more affordable travel options.
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Can you tame an older feral cat? | YES. WITH CONSTANT LOVE AND CARE. DON'T FORGET PATIENCE. It will pay off with affection
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What are the responsibilities of a business analyst? | A Business Analyst, abbreviated as BA, is an individual who examines and records the market happenings and business systems for an organization. This profession is growing a lot in today’s times. One important skill that BAs don’t require is programming. Let’s further read more about them.
Job Role:
Business analysts overcome the gap between technology and business using quality analysis to monitor systems, find requirements and provide data-suggested improvements and detailed updates.BAs coordinate with business owners and clients to figure out how data-driven changes to processes, products, services and systems can better up efficiency and increase value.BAs are responsible for developing unique models that implement business decisions by working closely with financial reporting and IT teams to accomplish tasks and strategies for bettering up sales and cost optimization.
Covid Challenges:
The field majorly involves communication and the absence of face-to-face discussions brought numerous hurdles. Problems faced were:
Delay in receiving stakeholder engagementsPoor understanding of the non-verbal cuesMeetings getting interruptedNo clear communicationDelay in having approvals, negotiations and clarity on demands, etc.
However, some improvements that made them reach higher were:
Improving participation from clients and team.Describing the solution and objectives well along with providing small background to indulge everyone in the discussion.Scheduling catch-up calls so that both morning and evening updates can be noted properly.Fixing discussions with clear goals in advance.Beginning meetings with a briefing on previous discussions and points of improvements.
These improvements will surely help you boost your upcoming career.
Extraction of needs and using these needs to bring technology to work and understanding the demand of the user is of utmost importance to business analysts. They work like the product owner though the business is the product owner. Concluding, exploring and prioritizing technical and operational needs for the company’s betterment tops the list of responsibilities of a BA.
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What are some short stories about wives? | A wife’s lover…
It was half past two at night.
George just couldn’t go back to sleep after the annoying sex he had moments ago with his wife, Mitchell. He instead went to the living room, made a drink for himself and switched on the TV. Any husband would be upset to learn that his wife is in love with someone else. He was suspicious of her acts but never in his wildest of dreams he had thought that situation could be this much worse.
His annoyance crossed the threshold when he saw the man responsible for everything on one of the channels. He switched multiple channels but still couldn’t escape Adam Smith’s flawless face and charming smile, that’s exactly how his wife would describe him. It was his birthday and the same being featured on every channel. George made another drink for himself.
The bastard had kissed Mitchell more often than her own husband. She would even strip off her clothes to feast his eyes with her curves in George’s absence. Although George had known all this he would stay quiet for he wanted his wife herself to confess everything about her lover, but that never happened.
“Adam turns forty tonight”, she had said which immediately pissed off her husband. He felt as if Smith’s birthday pleased his wife even more than sex and thus had walked out of the bedroom. Adam Smith’s smile appeared to mock George from within the TV. He had lost his head as he grabbed the knife from the fruit basket placed on the dining table.
Had Adam been there in front of him, George would have slaughtered him on his birthday. But since it was his wife who seemed more excited about everything, she deserved the lesson to be taught first. After all she had chosen her lover over her husband. He got up from his chair and walked towards his bedroom.
His wife lay naked in the blanket on the bed. He sneaked towards her side of the bed with the knife in his hand. There was just enough light for him to see her face. He wondered whether he should do it and thought hard to find any reason which would prevent the same. He couldn’t find one.
He then cautiously started to scratch the knife on the wall beside her wife. Its sound, however, woke up Mitchell.
“Honey, what are you doing?” she said as she switched on the lamp.
“Saving our marriage” he said.
“And how would peeling Adam Smith’s picture off the wall save our marriage?”
“At least you would be spared from sharing your lips with this bloody picture”
“George, are you jealous of this picture?” Mitchell smiled.
“I am just jealous of the bastard who has turned my wife into a fanatic, else why would she utter his name while having sex with her husband” he said.
“Honey, I must have mentioned it casually.”
“Then it certainly wasn’t the right time for you to be casual” he said.
“Why don’t we just forget everything and start from where we had left” she said as she took hold of his hand.
“What do you mean?”
“You know what I mean George, don’t you?” she kicked off the blanket with her feet to flaunt her curves, this time however for her husband.
George threw away the knife and jumped into the bed as Mitchell’s lover survived on the wall yet again for another day.
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Can we bake a cake in a glass bowl? | If It's oven Proofe then Yes. PyRex if you Have it . I have Done . It couple Of times
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Why am I always rejected by the men I am interested in? | I have the same problem. The sad reality is that if a man finds you unattractive, there’s really nothing you can do. It’s game over before you even start. It doesn’t matter how awesome you are, looks get you in the door. An unattractive woman has no power over men. It may be that Hollywood has ruined it and conditioned us to believe in fairy tale love and set our standards of beauty. He doesn’t think you’re pretty (he will never tell you that), but other men will. But it sucks because the heart wants what the heart wants.
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How do I get my son to stop making music? | Maybe instead of completely shunning him and putting him down you should embrace what the damn kid is passionate about. Shame on you 👎
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The Mahabharata | The most powerful warrior of the Mahabharata was Ashvatthama. After that bhishma was second most powerful. Ashwatthama was avtara of lord shiva. Thus, when he is angry he is impossible to fight with. The great bhishma him self admitted before the war of kurukshetra that it is impossible to fight with ashwatthama when he is angry because he is second shiva. So ashwatthama was best warrior of Mahabharata.
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What are some cool, lesser known facts about the Indian Railways? | Indian Railways is one of the largest railway networks in the world, and it has a rich history and interesting facts. Here are some amazing facts about the Indian Railways:
World's largest railway network: Indian Railways is the world's largest railway network under a single management, with over 67,000 km of track and more than 8,000 stations.Second-largest employer: Indian Railways is the second-largest employer in the world, after the Chinese Army, with over 1.3 million employees.UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Indian Railways has two UNESCO World Heritage Sites - the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in Mumbai.Longest platform: The Gorakhpur railway station in Uttar Pradesh has the world's longest platform, measuring 1,366 meters in length.Fastest train: The Gatimaan Express, which runs between Delhi and Agra, is India's fastest train, with a maximum speed of 160 km/h.Oldest operational locomotive:, built in 1855, is the world's oldest operational steam locomotive.Hill railways: Indian Railways has three hill railways that are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites - the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, and the Kalka-Shimla Railway.Solar-powered trains: Indian Railways has introduced solar-powered trains that run on the Jodhpur-Jaisalmer route in Rajasthan, making it the first railway network in the world to do so.First electric train: Indian Railways introduced its first electric train in 1925, which ran between Bombay VT and Kurla on the Central Line.Lifeline of India: Indian Railways is often referred to as the "Lifeline of India" as it connects people and goods across the length and breadth of the country, providing a crucial mode of transportation for millions of people every day.
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Why is intelligent design opposed by so many scientists? | Because it is a fantasy.
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How fast could the US Air Force SR-71 Blackbird fly if it pushed its engines to the point of destruction as some MiG-25 Foxbats did chasing the Blackbird? | Even the question is totally inaccurate.
You can read about why was the SR-71 so fast and other factors about why it was not downed a single one.[LINKED_TEXT: Balázs Molnár's answer to Why were the SR-71 Blackbird spy planes not flown over Soviet airspace?] [URL: https://www.quora.com/Why-were-the-SR-71-Blackbird-spy-planes-not-flown-over-Soviet-airspace/answer/Bal%C3%A1zs-Moln%C3%A1r-28]
MiG-25s did not destroy their engines for chasing SR-71. This is simply a myth. They mostly just escorted the SR-71 because it never violated the airspace of USSR and WPACT. Here are the radar plots from one case.
red - SR-71green - MiG-25PDyellow - E-3A AWACSpink - KC-135 tanker
The maximal speed of the SR-71 was about M3.2 or M3.3 according by its manual. This is one page from it. Max. speed is M3.2.
[LINKED_TEXT: Section VI: Flight Characteristics] [URL: https://www.sr-71.org/blackbird/manual/6/display.php?file=6-16.png]
Only once or twice was reached M3.4. As I can remember it is mentioned in this video. But only for testing. The speed was limited by the air temp. at compressors.
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Why is the microwave oven harmful to food? | The use of microwave ovens to cook food has been a major source of debate for decades. While some people believe that microwaving food is dangerous and can cause health problems, others believe that microwaves are a safe and convenient way to quickly prepare meals. While both sides can agree that microwaving food does not provide the same nutritional value as traditional cooking methods, there is no scientific evidence that food prepared in a microwave oven is bad for your health.
To understand the potential health risks associated with microwaving food, it is important to understand how microwaves work. Microwave ovens use high frequency radio waves to heat food. These waves penetrate food and cause the water molecules in it to vibrate, generating heat and cooking the food. Microwave ovens are designed to contain these waves, and the radiation emitted from them is non-ionizing, meaning it does not have enough energy to cause chemical changes in the food or the environment.
One of the most common concerns about microwaving food is that it may cause the food to become toxic. However, there is no evidence that microwaving food causes it to become toxic. In fact, research has shown that microwaving can actually help to preserve the nutrients in food. For example, a study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health found that microwaving broccoli preserved 97 percent of its vitamin C content.
Another concern is that microwaving food can cause the release of harmful substances, such as BPA, phthalates, and dioxins. However, these are not released from microwaving food. In fact, research has shown that the levels of these substances are much lower in microwaved food than in food cooked using traditional methods.
There is also a concern that microwaving food can cause it to become “radioactive”. However, this is not the case. While microwaving can cause the food to become slightly radioactive, the levels are so low that they pose no health risks.
Finally, some people believe that microwaves can cause cancer, but this is also not the case. While there is some evidence that exposure to high levels of non-ionizing radiation can increase the risk of cancer, the levels of radiation emitted from microwave ovens are too low to cause any harm.
Overall, there is no evidence that food cooked in a microwave oven is bad for your health. While microwaving food does not provide the same nutritional value as traditional cooking methods, it is safe and can help to preserve the nutrients in food. Therefore, microwaving food can be a convenient and efficient way to quickly prepare meals.
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Why are there different systems of money transfer like RTGS, NEFT and IMPS? | NEFT and RTGS are two methods to transfer money from one bank to another bank in India. Both the systems are maintained by Reserve Bank of India.
Immediate Payment Service (IMPS) is a remittance service through which one can transfer money anytime, anywhere across India The basic difference between RTGS and NEFT lies in the settlement timings and amount. Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) is based on the gross settlement where the transaction is settled on an instruction by instruction basis. National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) is an electronic fund transfer system which settles transactions in batches.
National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) is transfer of funds online by a financial institution, mainly for the banks in India. NEFT is an electronic fund transfer system that operates on a Deferred Net Settlement (DNS) basis which settles transactions in batches. NEFT has no limit either minimum or maximum - on the amount of funds that could be transferred using NEFT.
RTGS is based on the gross settlement where the transaction is settled on an instruction by instruction basis. In RTGS the minimum amount should be above Rs 2 lakh and maximum amount is Rs 10 Lakh.
IMPS basically involves a transfer mechanism using the mobile phone. A host of banks allow the transfer through this mechanism including the reputed banks like State Bank of India, ICICI Bank and Axis Bank. Here is the limit is set by the bank. For example, State Bank of India permit only one beneficiary in a calendar day. Which means one cannot send money through IMPS for more then one beneficiary in a day.
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Why is there an exclamation mark on an empty battery icon and my Kindle paperwhite won't start? | To call your attention to the situation.
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Are school clubs, MUN, and volunteering enough extra curricular to get into Harvard? | The answer for Harvard is usually no - it’s not enough - as Harvard receives so many applications from very qualified students and has only 1600 spots - how much volunteering? How many clubs and what do the clubs do?
You don't mention your GPA - and that’s a critical factor -
Have a back up plan and try your best - there are many fine colleges other than Harvard -
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What's it like to have a 150 IQ? Is life easier? What are the advantages you feel you have over others? Are there any disadvantages? | I have so many emotional problems from the way I was raised that the advantages of a high IQ are, while not nullified, definitely balanced out. There’s no universal “150 IQ” experience, as you can imagine.
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If I transfer 10 lakh rupees through a debit card from my savings account to my Paytm, and then send back that amount to my bank account, is the whole process taxable? | Any Sum transferred between similar First Name A/c Holders any number of times,is not Income of the A/c Holder. Hence it is not Taxable.
So your Transfer of ₹ 10 Lakhs from SB A/c to PayTM A/c to Sb A/c will not attract any Tax.
But in common sense, it is best not to indulge, in such transactions, just for fun, without valid reasons, as ITD Software can flag such transfers & you may get Notice to explain such heavy transactions. This is unnecessary hassle which you should avoid.
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In what ways was Christianity morally superior to the paganism it replaced? | That a highly subjective question. Personally I wouldn’t say it was.Look at the consequences of immorality in Christianity- you go to hell, unless you ask for forgiveness in which case all is good and your can go about your life and when you die you’ll go to heaven.
Compare that to the Norse view. If you do something wrong your expected to make amends to the wronged party, if that’s not possible and even if it is you are expected to live your life in such a way as to prove you have learned from your mistake and will not repeat it. Continually repeat the same mistakes and commit the same transgressions and your likely to end up at the tender mercies of the sadistic (and literally two faced) Goddess Hel who thought it was enjoyable to watch her brother (Jormungar) drip poison into her father’s eyes.
So on one hand you have a system of morals where if you screw up you say “Hey, My bad I’m sorry” and things are good, on the other you have a system where when you screw up you start with “I’m sorry how can I fix this?” and you are expected to learn from the experience and not make the same mistake.
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What are some first date tips? | Here are some first date tips:
Be yourself: It's important to be yourself and show your true personality. Don't try to be someone you're not just to impress your date.Choose a comfortable[LINKED_TEXT: location] [URL: https://facttezdezire.com/top-10-most-popular-sports-in-america/]: Pick a place where you both feel comfortable and relaxed. A place that's too noisy or crowded can make it hard to have a good conversation.Dress appropriately: Dress in a way that makes you feel confident and[LINKED_TEXT: comfortable.] [URL: https://facttezdezire.com/top-10-most-popular-sports-in-america/] Make sure to consider the location and activity you have planned.Be punctual: Arrive on time or even a few minutes early. Being late can give the impression that you're not interested or don't respect your date's time.Be a good listener: Show interest in your date by listening actively and asking questions. Make sure to avoid interrupting and dominating the conversation.Keep it positive: Avoid complaining or talking about negative topics. Focus on positive experiences and interests.Keep it light: Try to keep the[LINKED_TEXT: conversation ] [URL: https://facttezdezire.com/top-10-most-popular-sports-in-america/]light and fun. Avoid heavy or sensitive topics, such as religion, politics, or ex-partners.Be respectful: Be respectful of your date's boundaries, opinions, and personal space. Avoid making assumptions or being too forward.Enjoy the moment: Remember to enjoy the experience and have fun. Don't overthink things or put too much pressure on yourself.
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How difficult was it for you to find your life purpose? | My purpose of life to contribute possitive to universe. So, being human three philosphical ideology i have understood.
Aging gracefully.Dont love the personality, love the person.Be human and feel and treat others human.
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How and from where can I buy cheap flight tickets? | When it comes to finding the cheapest flights, there are several popular travel websites that are known for offering competitive prices. , I can offer you some well-known travel websites that are generally recognized for their flight deals. These include:
Cheapest Flight For ( [LINKED_TEXT: Find Affordable Flights on Our Website] [URL: https://cheapflightsfor.us/] )Cheap Hotels Near Me ([LINKED_TEXT: Cheapest Hotels Near Me] [URL: https://cheapesthotelnearme.us/])Google Flights ([LINKED_TEXT: www.google.com/flights] [URL: http://www.google.com/flights])Momondo ([LINKED_TEXT: www.momondo.com] [URL: http://www.momondo.com/])CheapOair ([LINKED_TEXT: www.cheapoair.com] [URL: http://www.cheapoair.com/])Expedia ([LINKED_TEXT: www.expedia.com] [URL: http://www.expedia.com/])Orbitz ([LINKED_TEXT: www.orbitz.com] [URL: http://www.orbitz.com/])Priceline ([LINKED_TEXT: www.priceline.com] [URL: http://www.priceline.com/])
It's always a good idea to compare prices across multiple websites and be flexible with your travel dates and destinations. Additionally, consider signing up for price alerts or newsletters to stay updated on the latest flight deals.
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Would a random number generator be more or less random than me just randomly saying numbers? Why or why not? | Many numbers are recognized by the human brain quickly such as a number that ends in "5" or “0”. Or, a superstitious person (or even once was superstitious and is no longer) would add weight to “7". Somone who goes to the grocery store remembers everything ends in “99 cents".
They make neurons ‘fire'. Invariably humans are very bad at random, but good at spotting numbers w significance. If a human was reading nothing but random numbers their whole life instead of using them in the real world, then it would be balance. But, it is not balanced. Some numbers are more significant than others, and it varies from person to person. Removing the patterns once made is impossible.
Even if you are a savant who remembers the sequence pi… you still have not achieved randomness because pi is not considered random, but that is probably as close as you can get… a memory savant who knows a long deterministic string of numbers.
It is far more economical (and less error) to roll a die, or have a computer program do something equivalent w strong pseudo-number generation, which is why these are standard mechanisms.
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Does the color of Ki in Dragon Ball have any significance? | No it is just colors of each either villains or the z-fighters had.
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Why do people vape? | People vape because they are stupid and want to die sooner. Some idiotic smokers say “herr derr vaping is helping me to stop smoking”. No, you traded one addiction for another. You’ll never stop vaping.
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What would happen if we could use 100% of our brain? | You are already using 100% of your brain. Is a non-dying misconception, but we are using 100% of our brain at all times.
Can you self-improve yes, you can rewire your brain with training, such as memory training, fast reading training, etc... But you will always be using 100% of your brain.
It's like a car, imagine you own a Ferrari but you don't know how to drive it. You are always using 100% of the car when you drive, it's the skill level that differs. You can learn to become a better driver, but it's always the same car. Hope it makes sense.
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How do I translate Hindi sentences in Sanskrit? | present day Hindi, as well as several Indian languages except Tamil are havinginnumerable words of Sanskrit origin, most of then in ‘’ Tatsama “form or in the same form as in Sanskrit except the ‘halant ‘ in some words like ‘chalanam ‘gamanam’ etc., as well as non-pronunciation of the ending ‘a ‘in a word. Contrived mispronunciation of a middle á’ ending consonant like ‘BalaraamaH ‘as ‘Balram ‘, omitting the á’is also the hallmark of Hindi.
Just because of this proliferation of Sanskrit words in Hindi, it would not be easy to engage in translation of Hindi sentences into Sanskrit, with the knowledge of sanskrit learnt upto Matriculation level, as change of nouns and pronouns with case-endings and conjugation of verbs in I, II and III person with three tenses, singular, dual and plural numbers, perfect and continuing tenses etc would require perfect knowledge gained by study for several years.
However, with the knowledge of the Sanskritised Hindi, one can understand and enjoy, prose and poetry mostly, by some more painstaking efforts.
I would suggest buying ‘Geeta Pravachan”book of Vinoba Bhave, published by Bharatiya vidya Bhavan, in Hindi as well as Sanskrit and reading first the Sanskrit version, underlining with a pencil passages difficult to understand, comple first reading of the whole book and in second reading, use the Hindi version for the underlined passages only and in the third reading trying to understand the Sanskrit version, without the aid of the Hindi version. In about 5 to 6 readings, I suppose sufficient mental training would be there to understand most of Sanskrit writings. Additionally understanding the basic philosophical matrix of Bhagavad Geeta, would be a bonus.
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What are some short stories about wives? | Man goes to his therapist weekly. It helps. One week the therapist ask if everything at home is good. "Not so much" the man replies, "my wife never seems to pay attention to anything I say. She acts like she doesn't even hear what I am saying". "Perhaps then" says the therapist, "she is in fact not hearing you, maybe she should have her hearing checked".
"Oh no, if I asked her that she would likely be derisive and tell me to go do the same".
"Then you must find a way to test her hearing in an informal manner. Try this: when you go home tonight ask her something from the threshold of your front door. If she does not reply go half through the house and ask again. Repeat until she does hear you and then you will know."
The man goes home, enters his front door, sees his wife on the other side of the house. She has her back to him and is washing dishes. Perfect. In a normal conversational voice he asks "What's for dinner tonight, darling?" He listens. He hears nothing.
He goes halfway through the living room. "What's for dinner tonight, darling?". Again, no reply.
He creeps right up behind her and asks the same question.
She turns to him and says "For the third fricking time, chicken!"
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What is IPL and its full form? | Indian Premiere Leagu
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Is React Native ready for production? | [LINKED_TEXT: React Native has been doing the rounds for quite a while now and in this post, I want to talk about how we used it to launch the Prepd app on iOS and Android and built a cross-platform experience to accompany their physical Kickstarter-backed lunch box product.] [URL: https://www.cronj.com/react-native-app-development.html]
The project had a timeline of around 6 months, and it was a great opportunity to battle-test React Native for a real world use case and see if it would stand the test of time.
The beauty of React Native is that once you get the hang of it and have a strong enough team, you can write iOS and Android apps with a single code base. In our case, we focused on iOS first, knowing that React Native would allow us to port the app to Android without too much hassle once our core business logic had been built.
I’ll talk about this and a few other positive aspects in this post, but will also point out a few downsides that you should keep in mind when building with React Native.
The pros of using React Native
Let’s start with the pros first. These are the things that really stood out and made developing with React Native a pleasant experience, vindicating our decision to use the framework.
To get the best experience, always check out the the latest React Native updates and release notes
REACT NATIVE IS STABLE
It has been in development long enough for most of the bugs and shortcomings from the early days to be ironed out. The current version ([LINKED_TEXT: 0.38] [URL: https://github.com/facebook/react-native/releases/tag/v0.38.0]at the time of development) has pretty robust performance and worked reliably on all iOS devices.
Core components and features we used included tab navigation, modals, overlays, extensive snap scrolling and animations. We were particularly happy when during development, we were struggling with a specific scroll-related bug in RN and one day it [LINKED_TEXT: magically disappeared after we upgraded] [URL: https://github.com/facebook/react-native/commit/72e203bf9572f2dbd6e836f35db3afdfdba3d6c4] to the latest release. So, always watch out for the change log to see all the latest fixes and improvements.
NO PRIOR IOS/ANDROID KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
While you should be comfortable with JavaScript and React to some extent, you can do a lot without any iOS/Android-specific knowledge. I didn’t have extensive prior experience with Objective C/Swift or Java/Android but I learned a lot of this from a teammate as we moved along and worked on the project together.
So if you’re more experienced with web development and native development intimidates you a little, that shouldn’t stop you from trying React Native as most of the platform-specific complexity has been abstracted away.
GREAT COMMUNITY AND ECOSYSTEM
There’s a huge community behind React Native and there are a lot of third-party plugins and frameworks that you can use to extend your app. In our case, we integrated third-party plugins for platforms such as [LINKED_TEXT: Segment] [URL: https://github.com/smore-inc/react-native-segment-io-analytics], [LINKED_TEXT: Intercom] [URL: https://github.com/tinycreative/react-native-intercom], [LINKED_TEXT: CodePush] [URL: https://github.com/Microsoft/react-native-code-push] and [LINKED_TEXT: HealthKit] [URL: https://github.com/GregWilson/react-native-apple-healthkit].
Some of them have decent support for both iOS and Android by default. Others required some extra work, such as [LINKED_TEXT: merging a pull request by an external collaborator] [URL: https://github.com/smore-inc/react-native-segment-io-analytics/pull/33] to make it compatible or making a few extensions to support extra functionality we needed.
PORTING FROM ONE PLATFORM TO ANOTHER IS DOABLE
You can port an app from iOS to Android or vice-versa in a reasonable timeframe and without too much effort. We were able to use about 95% of our code to make the Android version available just two weeks after the initial iOS release. Most of the work went into fixing incompatible plugins, disabling some non-supported features and tightening up styling to be Android-specific.
It’s important to recognise that iOS and Android have very different UI patterns and components though, and you will probably not want to deliver the exact same experience to both platforms. React Native allows you to provide a different app logic and design to each OS using the [LINKED_TEXT: Platform] [URL: https://facebook.github.io/react-native/docs/platform-specific-code.html] object, but building truly great apps for both iOS and Android will of course require lots of work to come up with the perfect experience for each platform.
The cons of using React Native
Looking at the cons, there are definitely a few things to keep in mind as well. Some of these slowed down development at times, so are worth being aware of before you consider React Native.
THE LEARNING CURVE IS QUITE STEEP
Familiarising yourself with [LINKED_TEXT: JavaScript] [URL: https://www.javascript.com/], [LINKED_TEXT: Babel] [URL: https://babeljs.io/], [LINKED_TEXT: ES6] [URL: https://es6.io/] and the React way of building apps can be quite daunting if you’re not an experienced developer.
There are a few things like routing, animation and styles which aren’t very straightforward and take a very different approach to how you might be used to handling them for web development. Be aware that it might take some time to wrap your head around things.
DEBUGGING STYLES IS STILL A BIT CUMBERSOME
While the simulator dev tools provide a basic, rudimentary way of looking at the style cascade, they aren’t particularly useful as you can’t tweak anything (as you would with the Chrome web inspector) and can become quite messy (cover a lot of the screen) as your style cascade grows.
The console (right) works well for debugging whereas the style inspector (left) is not always helpful
It’s something that the React Native team is actively working to improve, but you should be aware that it’s still not the same experience as you’d get with your browser dev tools, where each element and property can be tweaked live.
THERE ARE NO DEFAULT STYLES
When we first started using components like the [LINKED_TEXT: ListView] [URL: https://facebook.github.io/react-native/docs/listview.html], we expected elements to be laid out with some basic padding and alignment, just like you’d expect when developing in the browser. Instead, you have to define each of these explicitly to create a bare-bones layout that can be identified as a UI component.
Also, stylesheets in RN can be mind-bending if you’re coming from a web background (although on the flip side, once you get used to their modular nature, they can be extremely powerful and intuitive for managing a large set of application styles). React forces you think in terms of components and write your styles in an encapsulated way, referencing global variables where possible.
This can take some time to get used to, but with the rise of React and plugins like [LINKED_TEXT: StyledComponents] [URL: https://github.com/styled-components/styled-components] this is becoming more and more commonplace.
DEPLOYMENT CAN BE A MAJOR HASSLE
This isn’t unique to RN, but on iOS, certificates and provisioning profiles can be a major annoyance. Plan carefully if you want to internally test your product outside of Apple’s own TestFlight (which allows testing with up to 2000 users). I could write an entire blogpost about this alone, but you’ll want to be extra aware of the time it takes to migrate to an Enterprise account.
On Android, things are much smoother, even though updating an internal alpha can take up to 24 hours, which is frustrating when you want to quickly deploy and test small updates on your device.
How to avoid the most common pitfalls
Emulators are a great way to debug your app, but can’t replace device testing entirely
BOOTSTRAP YOUR DESIGN
Writing a React Native app from scratch is fun, but it’s extremely useful to built on top of an existing design framework, such as Bootstrap or Foundation for the web.
Even though we didn’t use any of them, during our research we stumbled upon [LINKED_TEXT: NativeBase] [URL: http://nativebase.io/] and [LINKED_TEXT: Get Pepperoni] [URL: http://getpepperoni.com/] which both look like a great starting point for your app if you don’t have a full set of mocked up screens designed already.
HIRE AN EXPERT TO DO THE INITIAL SETUP
Even if your engineering team is experienced and has done a lot of JavaScript work, we’d recommend having expert help on hand if you’re aiming to ship a React Native project on a tight deadline. There are still quite a few quirks and oddities in the platform which can easily block and cost you hours or days of debugging if this is your first time using the framework.
If I was a RN newbie, I’d also value having a more experienced RN developer on hand for the initial project setup and scaffold. Elements like app structure, navigation and deployment needed a little experimentation and tinkering in order to get them all working smoothly.
TEST ON REAL DEVICES FROM DAY ONE
The simulator shipping with xCode does a great job at simulating iPhones and iPads. It’s also the fastest way to test your designs. However you’ll run into problems that are very specific to the real environment where your apps run, and it’s best if you identify these early in the process.
Not only will you find a few design inconsistencies every now and then, but you’ll also come across certificate problems, network constraints and spot performance-related issues that the simulator can’t easily reproduce for you. Also keep in mind that there are still people running iOS versions lower than 10 or 9, so make sure to test for these platforms too.
SET UP A SOLID DEPLOYMENT PROCESS
xCode allows you to test your app, create builds, validate and upload them to the App Store. But this is a very laborious, manual process. It’s much better to automate this process and set up a deployment workflow with a tool like [LINKED_TEXT: Bitrise] [URL: https://www.bitrise.io/]. It can do everything from linting your app to running tests to creating builds to deploying this to the iOS and Google Play App Stores. Check out the [LINKED_TEXT: steps library] [URL: https://github.com/bitrise-io/bitrise-steplib/tree/master/steps] to see what else it’s capable of.
In our case, we generated a build for every push to the master branch to test if it succeeded, and maintained a separate release branch for both iOS and Android. Each branch would push a new build to the respective app store when we merged commits into it, and we could then manually release this build to our internal or external testers.
Should I use React Native for my project?
My standard answer to this is: yes: if you have a sufficiently validated idea, and are confident that what you’re about to build is going to be the basis of your ‘real’ app that gets launched to the app store, then RN is a great choice.
If, on the other hand you just want to build an app to test and validate an idea as quickly as possible on mobile devices, React Native is probably not the right choice. It’s just a little too laborious to set up the app, add some basic styles to it and distribute it to people. If that was your aim, you might well prefer a more web browser-like environment (like [LINKED_TEXT: Ionic] [URL: http://ionic.io/]) or a prototyping tool (like [LINKED_TEXT: Proto.io] [URL: https://proto.io/]) where you can tweak and iterate on ideas quickly.
Taking an app from concept to launch is a tedious process and needs to be carefully thought through
On this project, we knew that we needed true native performance and we had the budget and timeline to build a proper app. We didn’t want to build a prototype to validate the idea, because the Prepd team had clear ideas about how they wanted to build their business and it was clear that the app was a central part of this. We wanted to make sure that we had a robust codebase and solid engineering stack that could be built upon as the app and their business grew.
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How did you end up in the San Francisco Bay Area? What's your story? | Back in 1990, My family lived in Virginia. My husband was still in military. The US has a mild recession. There is no job opportunities inside/outside the military base. The military impost a stricter requirements to stay in military. My husband just survived from lymphoma cancer. He’s also in his mid-40’s, he’s tired and exhausted. He said he’s planning to quit the military and go back to civilian life. His uncle in the Bay Area happened to have a small metal shop and offered him a job in his shop. We stayed temporarily in San Leandro for 8 years before moving up here in Contra Costa county where housing is still relatively cheap and less crowded, too. Bought a few more properties and have stayed since then.
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What is the best one liner you have written? | Relieved and apprehensive. Proud yet a bit sad.
Completely mixed and conflicting emotions, I know.
But I'm relieved that BJP got through & my nightmare of having to listen to Rahul Gandhi speak from Red Fort doesn't come true.
I'm relieved that the country wouldn't have to deal with a motley group that came together half-heartedly or would come together half-heartedly to 'lead' the country away from Modi. The drama that would have ensued would have been unbearable and absolutely untenable. One would've had to deal with shrill Mayawati, Mamata, fighting Yadavs, out of tune RaGas. No, I wasn't ready for this not so mellow drama.
It was a heady feeling that people had weighed their options and decided.
For stability, it was important that BJP won.
But this dramatic win was unexpected & with this win BJP has been called a juggernaut.
For those unfamiliar with the origin, this word is from Lord Jagannath's rath (charriot) which is so huge that when it would get taken out in a procession, people and animals would get crushed under it & the charioteer would be none the wiser.
I hope BJP doesn't become this literally - because they can truly bring about any change virtually without opposition because their own strength with loyal coalition partners is going to be tremendous.
Somewhere within me I harbor a resentment for a continuance of politics where we the people have voted in anybody and everybody in the name of the party. I had hoped that this time around, a new young India which was voting would reject symbols of untruth - the chargesheeters, the thieves, the useless riffraff & choose only those who had mettle. That didn't happen.
I am disappointed.
I am disappointed that the smartest of people, the most educated of people have rejected this idea of cleaning politics with our vote thereby teaching political parties a lesson that unless they project good candidates, irrespective of who our ultimate choice is, we shall reject a bad candidate.
That didn't happen.
Politics shall always be a dirty word with dirty people & we shall always cast our votes for the party of choice even if the candidate from.our constituency is a no-gooder.
I'm sad that this voting pattern shall mean we shall lose a lot of good people in politics simply because they don't belong where the power center is. The individuals shall be lost.
I was hopeful that finally the IT cells, friends & relatives would take a break from slinging mud at the side they aren't on, stop eulogizing their own side. I had hoped the trolling would stop.
It didn't happen.
So now, Nostradamus has apparently a take on the number of BJP MPs selected & has predicted Modi's rise and rise & wonder of wonders, Ram Rajya! Nostradamus has also drawn a parallel between the Buddha, Krishna & our modern tenth avatar, Modi - all connected with ladies called variations of the name Yashoda.
If I don't die in the next five years, I dread what the next five years of this Ram (I hope it is not ram the animal!) shall bring!
I'm tired.
Already in a family group, I've had to tick off a member for posting a video of Rahul Gandhi's Wayanad celebrations deliberately made to look like being with Pak flags being waved. The origin was a Chowkidar handle.
Modi has taken off his Chowkidar, I hope his fans follow suit. I'm tired of this hate going on. “Don't flog dead horses”, I implored in vain.
I'm proud.
The world is upbeat about this historic win. I feel pride in seeing the respect our nation and it's premier commands in the centerstage of the world. I'm happy about that.
[LINKED_TEXT: https://m.timesofindia.com/india/world-leaders-congratulate-pm-modi-on-election-victory/amp_articleshow/69463319.cms] [URL: https://m.timesofindia.com/india/world-leaders-congratulate-pm-modi-on-election-victory/amp_articleshow/69463319.cms]
Looking at the proud faces that showed their support within BJP and its allies to Modi in the NDA meet, it seems like an enthusiastic team ready to put their best foots forward in tandem.
I'm certain democracy shall live well another five years without too many surprises. Fingers crossed.
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If a base is stronger than the hydroxide ion, then is it a superbase? | Whatever floats your boat.
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Without appealing to emotion or using ad hominem attacks, how can I convince conservatives that gun regulation is a good thing? | There are already over 10,000 State and Federal regulations pertaining to firearms and destructive devices. The current regulation regime needs to be enforced and is sufficient. We really don’t need any more!
[LINKED_TEXT: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and ExplosivesFederal Regulations Regulations are issued by federal agencies, boards, or commissions. They explain how the agency intends to carry out a law. The Rulemaking Process Federal regulations are created through a process known as rulemaking. By law, federal agencies such as ATF must consult the public when creating, modifying, or deleting rules in the Code of Federal Regulations . This is an annual publication that lists the official and complete text of federal agency regulations. Once ATF decides that a regulation needs to be added, changed, or deleted, it typically publishes a proposed rule in the Federal Register to ask the public for comments. After ATF considers public feedback and makes changes where appropriate, we then publish a final rule in the Federal Register with a specific date for when the rule will become effective and enforceable. When ATF issues a final rule for comment, we must describe and respond to the public comments we received. ATF makes documents associated with the rulemaking process available on this website. In each section you will find information relevant to the areas that ATF focuses on including firearms, explosives and arson.https://www.atf.gov/rules-and-regulations] [URL: https://www.atf.gov/rules-and-regulations] |
Esteemed House Oversight Committee Chairman Elijah Cummings said that the current White House security clearance scandal is "a million times worse" than the Hillary Clinton email scandal. What are your thoughts? | With respect to Tricia Newfold’s recommendations that certain White House appointees be denied security clearances, House Republicans defended the White House’s overruling Ms, Newfold by noting that “Ms. Newfold testified that only 4 - 5 of her unfavorable unfavorable adjudications were for ‘:very serious reasons.’”
So Republicans think it’s fine to give security clearances to 4 or 5 people who shouldn’t have them. ”
[LINKED_TEXT: WTF?! Republicans defend security clearances—say 'only' 5 people cleared despite 'serious' concerns] [URL: https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2019/4/1/1846934/-WTF-Republicans-defend-security-clearances-say-only-five-people-cleared-despite-serious-concern]
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Can a Jew become a non-Jew? | Yes, but Jews will always contend that said person still has a Jewish “nesuama” (soul) and therefore to them will always be a Jew. . to each his own school of thought..
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Who are some of the big hearted citizens of India? | Mark D’souza. He is one such big hearted citizen of India.
This 59 year old Mumbaikar delivers free tiffin service and affection to 25 senior citizens who have no one to look after them in his area everyday. At a time when we keep hearing about insensitive people who ignore the elders in their family, there are some people who reinforce our faith in humanity with their kind acts.
For the past 3 years , every single day, he packs food and sets out to deliver it to the elderly people who stay in Mumbai’s western suburb of Borivali.
Mark, who lost his parents at a young age started this tiffin service along with his wife’s support and the entire family takes part in preparing the food everyday. He not only delivers them food but also spends some time with them and when they thank him and say, “ thank you” ‘” and “ God bless you” , he feels truly blessed as these two words have deep meaning .
He also makes sure that the menu is changed on regular basis so as to avoid monotony of eating the same food.
He says , “ The dabba is sufficient for three meals. It gives me peace to think that they are sleeping on a full stomach".
People like Mark D’souza are truly big hearted and make us believe that humanity still exists.
Picture Courtesy: Google
source: [LINKED_TEXT: 57-Year-Old Businessman From Mumbai Turns Good Samaritan Delivering Free Meals To The Elderly] [URL: https://thelogicalindian.com/story-feed/get-inspired/57-year-old-businessman-from-mumbai-turns-good-samaritan-delivering-free-meals-to-the-elderly/]
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What does an IITian's resume look like? | My resume 48 pages see in Wikipedia and Google
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I keep working out, but I'm not seeing any progress. What do I do? | If that is you, then you look fine!
Stop obsessing!
Get a life, job GF, BF, good luck! :)
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What does Galatians 2:21 mean? | It is impossible for anyone to make themselves righteous before God. many people believe that if they try to keep the 10 Commandments this makes them righteous. However it is clear that the Law cannot make anyone righteous because the Law makes sinners out of all of us. For though I keep all the commandments yet fail in just one I am guilty of the whole Law.
How? Because We are marred because of sin. The Law is one comprised of 10 divisions, like a rule. No matter if I break just a tiny bit of it I have broken the whole thing and have rendered it useless for me.
So the question we must ask is, “What was the purpose of the Law, to what end was it given?” The Law reveals to us what sin is, because unless we had the commandments we would not know that we were sinning. So the Law is good for this reason.
Now knowing that we sin by virtue of our many continual transgressions we now know that we are in need of an atonement (a payment) for our sins. None of us can atone for ourselves because the Law reveals to us that only the blood of a perfect lamb is sufficient. However the blood of animals is not sufficient to atone fully, if that were the case the sacrifices made under the Law would not have to be continually offered. But God provided a lamb as a perfect sacrifice; the one who the Prophet Isaiah stated would make his soul an offering for sin (Isaiah 53:10).
The Baptizer, John, declared who he was to his own disciples:
The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world (John 1:29).
Thus the blood shed by Jesus when he died on the cross stands as an everlasting sacrifice that makes atonement for the sins of the whole world, especially for those that believe. Thus there is no need for any more sacrifices for sin for he, himself, made the perfect sacrifice once and for all.
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What did you think of Donald Trump before he became President? | Never paid attention to him. He was a crass, egotistical rich kid from New York.
In fact, I thought his campaign was a joke, but I had to vote for home because of his competition.
He’s surprised me…
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My partner of one month doesn’t like my therapy dog of 10 years. What should I do? | Your partner of one month doesn't like your therapy dog? The dog who's been your faithful companion through health and sickness for 10 years? Doesn’t like that dog even though it’s protected you for so long? What kind if person would want to get rid of their so-called partner’s main source of protection and support????
If you don’t see where I’m going here let me be plain. Get as far away from that new person as possibe NOW. That is NO partner. It deeply saddens me that someone who professes to love another would decide it’s better for the relationship if that person’s key support is gone gone gone. This is what toxic, jealous people do. This is what serial abusers do. They want to make you helpless so that you’re more dependent on them. They want to separate you from those you love so they can have control.
BTW, someone you decide to cohabitate with is no “partner” after one month. Stop deceiving yourself because you feel lonely. People with disabilities have fewer opportunities for true love, but that’s no reason to settle. Given the small bit you’ve shared, it tells me you attracted someone who saw your vulnerability and decided you would be perfect for exploitation. BUT, you are a wonderful person who has had a beautiful soul partner for 10 years. Why would you believe it might be a good idea to replace your dog with an asshole who doesn’t want you to have your primary means of life support?
If you’re still confused, please change your perspective and remove yourself from the situation. Ask yourself what response you would give to your sibling or your best friend or your child if they came to you with this issue. All blessings to you and your faithful companion…🙏🏾🦮🥰 May your partner get bitten by a vicious dog…
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What are some of the shrewdest, smartest military maneuvers ever seen?Was it a significant point in history? | Napoleon Bonaparte at the Battle of Austerlitz in 1805.
Arguably Napoleon’s greatest victory, Austerlitz saw Napoleon decisively defeat the outnumbering Russians and Austrians. Leading up to the battle, Napoleon lured the allies into a trap, giving them the high ground and dangerously exposing his right flank on purpose to make them launch an overconfident, messy attack. Within a couple hours, the allies had fallen for the trap and were completely butchered.
Had the allies not attacked, Napoleon’s gamble could've been fatal, changing history as we know it.
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What did you think of Donald Trump before he became President? | To be honest I had better things to think about. Ever since I first saw him on television, I knew that he’s incredibly self-obsessed so why waste time reconsidering my opinion? I don’t know if I have a knack for seeing through people but in most cases, my initial opinion was proven correct.
Unfortunately, I have family that thinks the sun rises and sets because of Trump because, according to them, he did one thing right in four years. Even the most incompetent person on earth can manage that feat.
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Why did Kavanaugh say that Americans have a right to privacy after protestors ruined his meal at a steak house when he was part of the majority SCOTUS opinion that overturned roe on the basis that the constitution doesn't grant a right to privacy? | I don’t believe that he did say that, do you have a source for the allegation?
Americans do have a right to privacy, but it’s not clear Kavanaugh’s were violated in the restaurant protest you mentioned. If a protestor had used a camera to record Kavanaugh in the restaurant’s bathroom, that would have been an illegal violation of privacy. A peaceful gathering outside a restaurant Kavanaugh is eating in, is not. It’s not clear from news accounts whether the protests were legal or not, but no charges were filed and privacy would not have been an issue.
The Constitution does not grant rights, it prohibits the government from infringing on rights that exist for other reasons. It does not mention privacy explicitly, but rights such as protection against unreasonable search and seizure seem to imply some concept of privacy rights. Moreover the Ninth Amendment states, “The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.”
It’s not precisely true that Dobbs v Jackson ruled that the Constitution doesn’t grant a right to privacy. Rather it held that privacy protection was not enough to shield abortion from State law. It pointed out that if you accept the privacy argument, it’s hard to defend laws against taking illegal drugs or prostitution (as a libertarian, I agree, and think all three should be legalized, in part because they’re none of the government’s business and in part because enforcing laws against them requires massive infringements of civil rights).
But no one has ever suggested that public figures’ right to privacy prohibits private parties from protesting their actions. Protestors can be accused of illegal trespass, threats, violence or other crimes, but if the protest is a legal one in other respects, violation of privacy doesn’t enter into it.
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What do hotels do with used soap? | Many hotels partner with soap recycling organizations to repurpose used soap bars and distribute them to communities in need. When guests use soap bars in their rooms, the hotel staff collects the used bars and sends them to these organizations, which then sanitize and recycle the soap.
The recycled soap is often distributed to people in developing countries who do not have access to basic hygiene products. These soap recycling programs not only reduce waste but also help promote better hygiene and prevent the spread of disease in communities that are most in need.
In addition to soap recycling programs, some hotels have implemented their own sustainability initiatives, such as using refillable dispensers for shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, to reduce the amount of plastic waste generated by individual packaging.
Overall, many hotels are committed to reducing waste and promoting sustainability, and soap recycling is just one of the ways in which they can make a positive impact on the environment and on communities in need.
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What’s your best advice for a 17-year-old turning 18? | Dear 17-year-old girl,
First and foremost, congratulations on reaching this milestone in your life! You are at a very exciting time, full of possibilities and opportunities. Here are some pieces of advice that I hope will be helpful to you as you navigate this important stage of your life.
Believe in yourself: You are capable of achieving great things. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise, including yourself. Believe in your abilities, your talents, and your potential.Follow your passions: Pursue what you love and what makes you happy. Explore different interests, take risks, and try new things. You never know where your passions will take you, but they will undoubtedly lead you to a fulfilling and rewarding life.Be curious: Never stop learning and exploring. Ask questions, seek knowledge, and be open-minded. The world is full of wonder and beauty, and there is always something new to discover.Take care of yourself: Your physical and mental health is important. Exercise regularly, eat well, get enough sleep, and prioritize your mental well-being. Don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it.Build meaningful relationships: Surround yourself with people who lift you up and support you. Build strong, meaningful relationships with friends, family, and mentors who will be there for you through thick and thin.Be true to yourself: Don't try to be someone you're not in order to fit in or please others. Embrace your unique qualities and stay true to your values and beliefs. You will attract the right people and opportunities when you are authentic and genuine.Take risks: Life is full of opportunities, and sometimes you have to take risks to achieve your dreams. Don't be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone and take chances, even if they seem scary at first.
Remember that you have a bright future ahead of you, full of endless possibilities. Stay curious, believe in yourself, and always strive to be your best self. Good luck on your journey!
Sincerely,
Pawan
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What's your favourite British myth or legend? | The myth that we live in a classless society - where it is clear to everyone that the rich, and/or historical ruling class can get away with anything short of murder, while the poorer people can get hounded for errors of a few pounds on their tax returns or benefits claims.
Many years back, I got overpaid ~£100 of housing benefit due to how college grants were handled - not even my fault; I had THREE suits on my doorstep threatening me with prison; yet nothing is being done to government ministers who sold fake PPE to the NHS for hundreds of millions of pounds.
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As an American, do you agree that "statistics" that show the US way down low at #37 for quality of healthcare is far-left propaganda that folks in Europe, Britain, Canada, Australia and New Zealand love to repeat, when in reality the US is always #1? | If you find that shocking guess where the US is on the world freedom index …. 17th
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What puzzles you most about humans? | Not much puzzles me about humans. I understand them very well indeed.
What I do find disconcerting is humanity’s proclivity for violence.
It seems we are cursed to kill each other and cursed to enjoy it.
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What do you think should happen to people whose ancestors owned slaves in the southern part of the United States? | Nothing. If I was your father, committed murder and died before the trial, should you be put on trial for it?
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What is the difference in academic rigor between Harvard, MIT, Stanford, etc. and the top European schools like Oxford, Cambridge, ETH (Zurich Federal Institute of Technology), etc.? | This is an interesting question and reflects a lot of issues that the original poster might not even have intended. To start with, it might be difficult to find anyone who can speak to all of these specific institutions. I certainly can’t, but I can draw on experiences spanning HE in Germany, China, the US and the UK.
Let’s start with clarifying what I assume you mean by ‘academic rigor’. I assume you mean the quality standards your professors and the respective university’s regulations set up for students’ work they undertake during the course of a degree. Normally, these quality standards are manifested in a number of ways, from the immediately tangible (e.g. course work, rubrics, guidelines on expected student engagement, used learning material) as well as the less immediately tangible aspects (e.g. pace, structure, specific content and tasks and formal as well as informal discussion).
Essentially, an academically rigorous class or degree should challenge students to the point that they develop their skills in various aspects (critical thinking, technical skills, academic skills, field-specific knowledge, problem-solving etc.) as far as possible without making it so difficult that it frustrates students. This is a very, very fine line to walk. It also means that the level of rigor is in part dependent on the student cohort a professors works with at any given time, rather than being a uni-directional process determined entirely by the professor, faculty or university. Of course, degrees have entry requirements that should assure a certain base level in students’ ability, but we still work with cohorts of a variety of skills, pre-existing knowledge and abilities. As a result, in some years the rigor is ‘higher’ than other years due to the cohort the professor works with.
Your question is what the difference in rigor between these institutions is, and that discussion needs to go beyond ‘higher’ or ‘lower’. It also strongly pertains to the nature of teaching/learning philosophies embodied in the way classes, degrees, and assessments are set up. As a previous comment has remarked, there are quite stark difference in HE culture between, for example, North-american and European institutions. I can only confirm the broad sentiment of having different educational cultures at large and thus academic rigor being ‘performed’ differently by students and professors within these institutions alike. So, in this regard, I think considering issues around expected levels of independence of students, ways of learning, levels of pastoral care afforded to the individual students, are all fair issues to discuss in the context of academic rigor, although they certainly don’t exhaust it.
So, here an example taken from my experiences at three of the unis I had the pleasure to be part of (a German, a US and a Chinese university) relating to one aspect of rigor: student engagement in class and its assessment. All expected student engagement but each understood its meaning differently and measured it differently.
At the Chinese university, student engagement is measured primarily based on attendance and the submission of specific assignments. There tends to be a lot of in-class submitted work that isn’t individually graded but rather contributes to the ascertained level of engagement per student at the end of a semester, and will inform the final grade directly to a certain degree. In-class discussions and active contributions to such are not really focused on when measuring engagement. So, it is feasible for student engagement to be measured as very high based on students attending and submitting class work, even when a number of students might only be physically present in class, but not mentally. However, it would also be very difficult to measure engagement fairly in the latter way when you work with 60 students and over per class. You simply cannot fairly estimate student engagement for every individual with such numbers.
At the North-american university, attendance was also counted and contributed to the overall assessment, but more emphasis was given to students active participation in class in the form of active discussion but also a lot of (smaller pieces of) homework that students would submit as part of their continued engagement assessment. This was strongly guided by a philosophy that students needed to be pushed to keep engaging with their studies, and would otherwise be in danger of not doing anything for their own learning. Whether that was a fair assessment is neither here or there for this discussion.
At the German university, no attendance record was kept per se, especially in lectures, which frequently had 100 - 500 (extreme) students in them. So, how was engagement measured? One, lectures were usually accompanied by seminars and tutorials in smaller groups and so professors often had a decent overview of students’ levels of engagement in these cases. However, rarely were there requirements on submitting various pieces of homework, aside from the main graded assignments, throughout. Instead, the notion was that students were, in fact, intrinsically interested in the subject matter (it was their choice after all!), and would read and inform themselves around issues on their field and the specific class, notwithstanding homework. Really, the idea of homework again (discounting graded essays or similar about once or twice a semester + presentation or exam), was seen as something done at school, not university. Only students who did engage with the subject were usually able to participate in discussions, which I experienced as much more egalitarian than at either of the previous examples, maybe because the pressure was off to give the ‘right’ answer since it wasn’t going to affect your final results? This attitude also hawks back to what Ana mentioned: students are seen as adults who made a choice to engage in this subject and so need to take responsibility for their learning to a higher degree. So, in short, we could say that engagement was not measured in a fixed, tangible way at all. Instead, engagement was seen not as something to be forced but something that should be pursued by students anyway (and of course by the professors teaching them).
Personally, I have not felt that academic rigor was generally ‘higher’ or ‘lower’ overall between these different institutions, but rather that each is situated within the wider market expectations of the job market students are supposed to enter once having finished a degree, and also having been moored in what institutions expect you to have picked up at school already (also mentioned in the previous comment by Ana).
Now, off on a tangent. Interestingly, very specific institutions are mentioned in the question above. All of these are generally considered elite universities, and so often an assumption is made that they are inherently better at everything. Here, the inference is made that academic rigor at these institutions must be comparable because they are perceived as elite. However, it is important to understand that these ideas of the elite university are an amalgamation of reputation, rankings strongly moored in the anglophone HE context, and even age. What does that mean for academic rigor? Quite simply that I would be careful to assume that a well-known university has ‘high academic rigor’ in each of its degrees and classes within equally, and that a ‘no-name university’ has ‘lower academic rigor’ by default. Of course, rankings and reputation can be indicative but their are not definitive. Having worked/studied at a North-american R1 university, a UK ‘no-name’ university’ and a UK high-ranking institution, a German ‘University of Excellence’, as well as two Chinese institutions that fall on different points of this simplified spectrum, I have found that the issue is much more complex than that.
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If you are a medical worker, have you ever experienced a patient full out faking? | This guy deserved an academy award, and a fourth year medical student took him down!
This man was a pimp and came in dressed in a pink or a lilac suit with a matching hat and feather in it. He would claim he had kidney stones and was in terrible pain, and would get an xray in the ER and there were the kidney stones and he’d get a shot of morphine and disappear before a urologist could suggest surgery. (Turns out he did this when his drug dealer was not available)
So only an A-P (anterior-posterior) xray was ordered. One medical student, not trying to cut costs on a non paying patient like the regular docs in the ER, also ordered a lateral view, this is a view from the patient’s side to side. AND the stones were not in the kidney but under the skin. He looked and found 3 tiny scars, the pimp had had 3 pebbles placed under the skin in the area over the kidney.
Hurray for the medical student. No more ER morphine for that dude and a grade of Honors for the med student for his rotation in the ER. Please remember this was 1976 and xray machines were available but cat scans were rare and MRI in the future) This man was well known in the ERs in Cincinnati by his flamboyant pink or lilac suit and just needed enough morphine until he could go find a drug dealer. This story is exactly what happened, I had nothing to do with it other than being in the ER examining a pregnant patient at the same time and observing the situation, so please refrain from telling ME how I should have handled it…he was NOT my patient. It was just a very memorable amusing story. Thank you…please, just enjoy.
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What are some less known facts about Mars? | When people move in Mars
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What are some travel tips for an Indian visiting Bhutan? | There are many tips - some from travel agencies and some from Indian travel bloggers.
If you want a comprehensive guide for travel to Bhutan specifically for Indian tourists, Read this: [LINKED_TEXT: Bhutan Travel Guide: Tips on How to Travel Bhutan from India] [URL: https://www.druktrails.com/how-indian-tourists-must-travel-to-bhutan-from-india].
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What are the best telegram groups for civil service preparation? | I found the following groups very useful for UPSC preparation, although they have less subscribers, but have rich and to the point content without any promotions:
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How possible is it for a US Army from Afghanistan to send money through a United Nation courier delivery company? | Impossible - for many reasons.
Chief reason - you are not in touch with a real soldier at all - just a lying, thieving SCAMMER out to take your money.
Check out ‘Military Romance Scams’ ‘Package Scams’ and ‘Box of Treasure Scams’ - see the sort of robbers you are dealing with?
Drop and block this charlatan before you are defrauded of every last cent.
Wise Up!
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Why haven't the Las Vegas casinos been completely destroyed by mathematicians? | Mathematicians and even anyone with common sense and basic knowledge of probability know that all casino games (except sports betting and live poker) cannot be beaten with skill or mathematics because casinos add something called juice or vigorish to the odds and all games have negative ev.
Sports betting and Poker are the only games that one can beat with skill and mathematics but it requires extreme patience and discipline. Even in these two games, 98% still lose because they still have to beat the books odds/commission and while staying extremely disciplined and skill full.
There no professional casino players making living off casino games. But there are professional sports betting and poker players who make a living out of these games. At bettingresource we help people to use sports betting as an investment opportunity and make nice side income or a full living with it.
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Can you show me your shirtless body (only boys)? | Eh why not
DMs are open if you just wanna chat with me :D
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How do I explain narcissist abuse and its effects to friends? | Well first we cannot make someone understand anything but if they want to understand have them google the lovebomb/devalue cycle so they can see its not just you when you tell them you got seduced by an act then abused. But recognize that unless someone has been through it themselves they will reserve judgment because they understand there may be two sides to every story and wait for proof.
In the meantime you should not care if others understand before you make a decision to save yourself from more abuse. The narcissist will always play the victim and employ DARVO, Deny, Attack, and Reverse Victim and Offender, so don't bother trying to get others to believe first, just KNOW what you know and get out. Then focus on recovering from the unrelenting devaluation, and learn the red flags of narcissism to quickly recognize these players with their seductive lovebombing because now you know devaluation is soon to follow it.
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What is it like being a farmer? Are farmers happy? | In India you will find three kinds of farmers:
The rich ones, they own hundreds of acres land, roam around in luxury cars and wear expensive clothes. They are the descendants of Zamindars. These guys are well off.
The middle class farmers, they normally own up to 50 acres of land but farming is not their main job. They live in cities and do corporate jobs and farms are manages by their extended families. These guys wish to go back and build a farmhouse after their retirement.
The poor farmers are the largest group in our country, they own up to 25 acres of land and that too in barren areas. They are the most hardworking ones out of the three. Their sole income depends on farming. Their lands are not irrigated, they are in debt, they cannot afford farming equipment and most farmer’s suicides are from these people.
Now I am lucky to be a grandson of a farmer and I go to visit my grandpa’s farm every year so I know a bit of what problems a farmer faces. You can put me into the second category of the above list, earlier we were in the third. Our farmland is in Vidarbha region in Maharashtra. We normally grow cotton, pulses (moong and tur), gram and sometimes jowar.
These are the problems in my grandpa’s farm:
Irrigation: Our land depends on rainwater and there is no irrigation. It costs 50k Rupees to dig a borewell and a 100k to set up sprinklers. But, there’s a problem: the ground water in our land is saline and therefore unusable. Other solutions are too expensive.Government facilities: Most of them never reach the villages where farmers live. These government facilities and subsidies are unknown in villages, they are advertised in cities to show you guys that farmers are lazy and government is working.Price: There is a huge gap between the price we pay for the products and the price the farmers get for their produce.Education: The poor farmers do not know exactly what fertilizers to use, what pesticides to use and what to cultivate. Thy are mostly less educated and cannot do their own research. Farmer apps are useless for them.
So are farmers happy?
The rich ones are pretty satisfied, they export their produce and earn as much as upper middle class people.
The poor ones are still living like medieval people, they use bulls to work on their lands, they work for rich farmers to earn some extra money, they take loans because their crops were destroyed due to rains or lack of it. Recently, soyabean crops were destroyed in my hometown due to a hailstorm. Farmers still commit suicide, but media is uninterested to represent them because TRP. Everyone thinks they are lazy, no amount of hard work can undo the damage of climate change.
So next time you see a farmer, ask him about his farm, ask him what did he sow, ask him if he is in trouble, it is not your money but your mind that will give them a good life. If you are educated enough, try to develop some solutions to their problems.
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What is the best love story people can come up with in two sentences? | 2 liners of their Childhood -
She (with angry red cheeks) : How dare you to touch those chocolates. Those were mine.
He (smirking at her) : My teacher taught me TIT FOR TAT. You ate my orange bar I ate your chocolate. What say!?!
2 liners of their Teenage -
He (with shattering voice): Sorry yaar!! I should have heard you, so that my homework would have been completed timely. Now what, sir is here!?!
She (patting his shoulder) : Get ready to give me chocolate treat after school. Here it is hold your homework copy, I did it so relax.
2 liners of their adulthood -
He (putting his head on her lap) : I can even die for you…my love.
She( caressing his hairs ): Well… I was thinking to start a fresh life with you so please drop this dying idea. What say!?!
2 liners of their old is gold age-
She (in irritated voice): I told you get my glasses repaired. It's hard to distinguish between salt and sugar. I hope this gaajar ka halwa tastes fine? I didn't taste it, it's my fast you know!
He (smilingly eating that salty halwa): The eternal taste of your hands my love, can never be snatched by this barrier of old age vision. It's as always one of your best dish.
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Why is the book "I Alone Can Fix It" by Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post reporters Carol Leonnig and Philip Rucker so controversial? | Are those the same Pulitzer Prize-winning reporters for the Washington Post that won those Pulitzers based on their bogus Trump-Russia collusion reporting?
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A 500 ft. train travelling 500 ft per minute must travel through a 500 ft long tunnel. How long will it take the train to travel through the tunnel? | 2 minutes.
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When do you use present perfect continuous and past perfect continuous? What is the difference in the usage in the context? | PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS TENSE: is used.
1. To express an action
a. Which began in the past.
b. Has been continuing for some time.
c. And is still in progress at the present moment, or very recently finished.
Ex: 1. I’m going to bed. I have been working for hours and I’m tired.
2. I have been doing military service for 18 months. This is my last month.
3. They are very angry. They have been trying to see you for all this week.
4. She has been working here all this year I think.
2. Not used with verbs with their present participle form which were restricted to continuous tenses.
3. Adverbs used in this tense are.
a. All this morning.
b. All this week.
c. All day
d. All this year etc.
Ex: I have been telephoning you all this morning.
And :
PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS TENSE
It is used to express:
a) an action which began before a definite moment in the past.
b)Had continued up to that moment.
c) And was still in progress at that moment or very recently finished.
Ex: 1. We had been waiting for three and half hours when Murthy finally arrived.
1. We had been traveling for about four hours when I realized that something was wrong with one of the tires.
2. I had been using the machine for sometime and I realized that there was no oil in it.
3. We had been sitting in the sunshine for about 2t minutes when I suddenly felt sick.
Difference in their use is as follows:
In Present Perfect continuous tense is used
Condition No 01:
To express an action which began in the past.
And In
Past Perfect continuous tense is used to express an action an action which began before a definite moment in the past.
Condition No 02:
In Present Perfect continuous tense the action
Has been continuing for some time.
In Past Perfect continuous tense the action
Had continued up to that moment.
Condition No 03:
In Present Perfect continuous tense the action the action
is still in progress at the present moment, or very recently finished.
In Past Perfect continuous tense the action
was still in progress at that moment or very recently finished.
Condition No 04:
The adverbs used in both tenses differ. In Present Perfect continuous tense they indicate nearness where as in Past Perfect continuous tense they show distance.
Examples are already given above.
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You are having a big argument with your spouse. Your spouse grabs the family shotgun, points it at you and threatens to shoot you. What would you do? | Get to a safe place and call the police.
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Do you think Mark Cuban would make a good POTUS? | No I don't, he is just too liberal.
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How do countries who encounter earthquakes predict when an earthquake will occur and what process are taken to prevent it to make a very less damage when it occurs? | You are overestimating human capabilities by a ludicrous amount. The best earthquake predictions currently available give a percentage of probability over an interval of time. Knowing that you have a 60 percent chance of an earthquake in the next 50 years is better than nothing, but far short of the precision necessary to plan for the actual event.
What can be done is to establish and enforce building codes that result in structures strong enough to withstand the earth movements possible in a given area. The difficulty is that this is very expensive. In wealthy, developed countries, you find a surprising level of resistance to expending the capital necessary for infrastructure to withstand a “worst case scenario”. As a result, it is not uncommon to see buildings constructed to withstand magnitude 6.5 earthquakes in zones known to be capable of producing magnitude 8. There is also a resistance (perhaps understandable for historic preservation reasons) to removing old buildings that cannot be retrofitted to meet seismic standards. Most of the world is not wealthy, however, and this includes the majority of the world's more active earthquake zones. It is simply beyond the means of countries like Haiti, Armenia, Syria, El Salvador and the like, and profoundly difficult for countries like Turkey, Mexico, and Indonesia. Nobody I have heard of has a workable solution to world poverty.
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Do professional actors still audition? | Beyoncé lost out on the role of Tiana in The Princess And The Frog because she refused to audition. Beyoncé.
Jennifer Lawrence already had an Oscar nomination when she was cast as Katniss Everdeen. Shailene Woodley lost out to her, as did Emma Roberts, Kristen Stewart, Hailee Steinfeld, Chloe Grace Mortez and Isabelle Fuhrman, who was instead offered the part of Clove, the tribute from 2 who almost kills Katniss twice.
Unless you're Johnny Depp and it's a Tim Burton film, you're probably gonna have to audition.
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Which song that was a major hit for an artist or band also created a backlash for them? | In 1966, The Byrds released what should have been a huge hit for them, “Eight Miles High.” Instead, it was banned from radio stations because of supposed drug references. The song included influences from John Coltrane and Indian raga, played on Roger McGuinn’s 12-string guitar. People were blown away with those sounds and the trippy lyrics. To be fair, many songs in the 1960s were banned, like “Louie, Louie” by The Kingsmen and “Puff the Magic Dragon” by Peter, Paul, and Mary, all because what the FCC thought the songs might be about.
So, is Eight Miles High a drug song? If you ask The Byrds’ publicist, Derek Taylor, it was about flying in a jet from their native California to London. The song compares flying in the air to the gray streets of London. If you ask band members Gene Clark and David Crosby, it was a drug song. To quote Crosby, "Of course it was a drug song! We were stoned when we wrote it." It would go on to become one of the first psychedelic rock songs.
In the aftermath, Clark and Crosby left the band within a year, Crosby going on to help form Crosby, Stills, and Nash. The Byrds would have a few more hits, but go through many lineup changes.
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How should western countries treat citizens who leave to join ISIS and then want to come back? | As enemy combatant they should face a military tribunals for belonging to a terrorist out fit and charged with terrorists offenses.
But they can be stripped of their citerzernship and refused entry but that’s a legal route I know little about
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What does a psychotic episode look like? | Someone who develops psychosis will have their own symptoms and experiences specific to their situation.
However, three major symptoms are related to a psychotic episode:
hallucinationshallucinationsideas that are confused and troubled
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Do prisoners in Guantanamo Bay get better healthcare than immigrants trying to cross the border? | Yes. It’s because there are fewer prisoners in Guantanamo Bay than there are immigrants trying to cross the border.
The inmates are in a very controlled environment and have been doing so for a long time. The strain they put on their medical facilities has become small.
The immigrants come from countries where many tropical diseases run rampant and so start out with many more problems than the current set of Guantanamo inmates.
In the beginning, the Guantanamo inmates had their share of tropical diseases, malnutrition, and so on; but those are long since resolved. In fact, there were some stories about how obesity was becoming a problem amongst the inmates there. They’d never had a chance to eat so much delicious halal food and the ones under high security didn’t have much chance to exercise. The low security groups had soccer fields and so forth, leading to the famous Rush Limbaugh ‘Club Gitmo’ skits.
All in all, the United States is way, way, way too kind to those who take advantage of our good natures.
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What's your favourite British myth or legend? | Okay listen up.
There was a brave warrior called Finn MacCool who was chasing a Scottish giant across Ulster (as you do on a wet Tuesday afternoon) …
In the process of said chase, he rips up a huge piece of earth out of the Ulster countryside and hurls it at the giant …
The trouble is old ‘Finny Mac’ doesn’t know his own strength. And this big piece of earth lands slap bang in the middle of the Irish Sea!
And the hole left in the ground in Ulster is how ‘Lough Neagh’ came about …
Now I know what you’re thinking. What happened to that lump of earth?
Well. It’s the Isle of Man of course …
So, there you have it …
There can be no other explanation 😤😤😤.
Original question: What's your favourite British myth or legend?
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What puzzles you most about humans? | Human emotions. Many times I feel humans are really weird beings on this planet.
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Best Online Ph.D. In Computer Science | Accredited Schools Online | Rather than simply look for the least expensive, I would look at what is affordable and really delivers value beyond the price. That would be far more important than simply going to a pure online degree program that costs the least amount of money.
One program I would certainly take a look at is the $22,000 Gies College of Business iMBA at the University of Illinois. We recently did a story on the program’s first graduating cohort. I think you’ll learn a lot by reading it:
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How many solar panels are needed to run a small middle class people’s house? | Depending on your electricity board tariff… In Bangalore, that will cost me about 600 rupees approx plus fixed charges.. now for your solar investment, I assume 4 units a day is your consumption.. so minimum will be 4 solar panels of 325Watts each of 24V rating.. 200 or 150Ah x 4 solar batteries-Eastman brand gives 10 years warranty, one 2 or 2.5 kVA inverter depending on your load, an mppt charge controller like Amberroot Rehub 40A Amp if you are going for a normal inverter. Wiring and panel stand etc some more cost… So investment is 40k for panels, 70k for batteries, 22k for inverter & charge controller, 15k for stands and wiring… So I've done this much investment to get 500 rs per month payback… Do it if you have the wish… you can buy an electric vehicle later and charge it for free over solar setup you have! Best payback..
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What food is just impossible to eat in a civilized manner? | Corn on the cob, and anything requiring you to crack a shell, peel off a shell, or debone it at table ) Seeded watermelon is up there, too. Some stuff is just more fun in the back yard.
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Why did punk rock die? | Punk rock is by far my favorite music genre. But it’s not for everyone.
To me, this is one of the greatest songs ever made. To most people I know, this sounds like horrible noise.
The last time I remember any punk I liked being relatively popular, my friends and I were playing Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater. And that was about 20 years ago.
Even then, most kids my age were into pop and rap.
There are plenty of cult punk bands I think are excellent. My favorite punk band that I never see mentioned on Quora is Strung Out.
But I don’t expect punk rock to ever be mainstream. It’s a very specific music style that hasn’t changed all that much. And when I hear newer musicians copy the older pop-punk style I grew up with, well…
It’s not the worst music I’ve ever heard, but it doesn’t personally interest me much.
Punk got stagnant. And it was never the most mainstream-friendly music in the first place.
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How many gun owners have actually stopped a crime from being committed by using a gun? | I don't know the stats, but personally I have dissuaded 3 potential crimes and my daughter has 1 time. I have no way of knowing exactly what would have happened or how serious it would have been. All these instances were stopped before anyone was hurt. The police were only called in 1 of these instances because my teenage daughter was home alone and chased a man away from her window by aiming a gun at him. Stats probably aren't accurate because of a lack of reporting things like this. Also, while the police were there taking my daughter's report, a call came in down the street about a prowler. Same guy.
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What is a candid picture? | A candid photograph is a photograph taken while the person is fully aware about being clicked but tries to pose as if he/she has got absolutely nothing to do with what is going on.
While I know that Google searches and dictionaries would differ from my definition, social media trends of #candid follow it (well, mostly).
Now it might be fairly decent and obvious to ask a friend to click #candids when there are “candid selfies” as well. :-p
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