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How do you know that you have found a true friend? | For most people, a genuine friendship lies upon three things:
1. Trust
2. Care
3. Bond
However, those three are simply just pillars that allows a friendship to happen. In order to grow your friendship into a genuine one, we must put honesty above the pillars. With honesty, you can take those pillars one step further. After all, in order to open yourself to someone it requires the following:
1. Comfortability from the Bond you share
2. Confidence towards your Friendship
3. Awareness of your Boundaries
Having those three allows you to understand that the three pillar mentioned above developed to something else. That results to a more unwavering friendship you can call a true one.
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If the Avengers Hulk fought King Kong, who would win? | What kind of question is this? King Kong dies quickly in one punch, even if you use the Monsterverse Kong.
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What are some constraints on innovation that are preventing us from becoming the science fiction world so many movies predicted? | Science-fiction world which speak about conquering the farthest regions of space involves a lot of technologies that completely deviate from the usual laws of physics, for eg. faster-than-light travel
The above scene from numerous Star Wars movies will be too well-known to most people.
While physics isn’t my subject of study, however I do know that somewhere in all this if one goes by theory of relativity I guess, faster-than-light is a next-to-impossible idea and one would need to discover well, another branch of mechanics to completely define such things, which is not possible anytime sooner.
So in a way, we are limited by what we know. We have idea upto speed of light, we have no idea of what lies beyond that, so how can we even talk of creating something faster than speed of light in real life? This is like a 17th century stargazer dreaming of doing a moon mission, three centuries before Tsiolkovsky discovered a “rocket equation”.
Forget even that speed, can we achieve a decent-enough speed first that would enable us to make sure the required distance is covered in the time we want rather than months,years or decades?
There is, the first problem of exploring the far-reaches of space.
The other part is, on how much of time there we can tolerate.
The longest time a human spend in a space station at a stretch was about 14 months, by a Russian called Valery Polyakov. For the average layman, 14 months in space is a big thing. The average month a astronaut stays in International space station is 6 months
Now, the distance between Earth and Mars, if attempted to cover by today’s technology, would take seven months.
So in other words, a mission to Mars, a planet where everyone is planning to set up colonies next, would take a team of astronauts, who would simply not just go to Mars, but probably in another mission go back there, this time to create settlements for scientific research, spend a significant amount of time in months studying the planet, then come back, so that people here can know what is to be done next. Coming back, staying and returning adds up more months.
So, such a mission would need people similar to Valery Polyakov.
Also to add up to everything, spending those six months is going to be one hell of challenge, inside a spacecraft, provided things as shown in science fiction like cryo-sleep, is not present.
However, as determined as many are and I appreciate them, that they have decided to cross limits of civilization and explore the unknown. However with today’s technology, the maximum we can go upto is Mars. Beyond this, it’s a very unsettling idea with what we have today.
Fact remains, that for us to reach such levels ,we need to work harder than this. We need to produce faster vehicles, start making the space itself as a permanent settlement and get used to such a life.
It will always be hard making every journey from Earth to space.
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Why are cops so eager to draw guns on anyone? | “Why are cops so eager to draw guns on anyone?”
Eager might not be the correct word for most.
From what I see, it’s fear. From the first day of the Academy, they are brainwashed that they are in constant danger and their lives mean MORE than anyone else’s because they wear a badge and are “special.” So, when you combine this with the constant horror of our news, you get someone who only sees threats to his life. They won’t admit fear, that’s not manly, but that’s part of the reason why they jump for the weapon every time they feel threatened.
Now, this training combined with the brainwashing that everyone you meet is a criminal, especially Blacks, Muslims, and so on, tends to enforce the idea that other people aren’t worth as much. This has been used for ages to make it easier to kill and hurt others. The military used to use it a lot. In the 60s, the Vietnamese were Gooks. In WWII, it was Krauts, Nazis, Japs, Zipper-heads, and so on. Even today, in the Middle East, it’s not Iranians or Iraqis, it’s towel heads or Hadji. Nigger is an old one that most whites know. Some use it racially and some of us just use it out of habit, since we were raised with it, without the racial aspects. Yes, America, it can be used without hatred. You’ve never seen two Blacks using it about themselves? It’s not the word, it’s HOW it’s said. And, believe me, cops use it just as much as anyone else does.
There is also a policy issue. For me, we NEVER touched our weapon unless we intended to draw and use it. We couldn’t even rest our hand on it, innocently. It was too threatening. If TV is anywhere near what modern officers do, they draw their weapons as soon as they exit the vehicle if they think they need it. And, from what I’ve heard, they are really worried about the Black man they get a call on. Given my experience, I would be more worried about the white man. I dealt more with whites than Blacks and whites tended to be more likely to be violent.
I guess, in a way, we were more secure back then, too. We came from a different time. We were more self-assured. Men were men, women were women, and we had a harder life. Men fought more. We were around firearms more. Today, especially today, we are weaker. No small part of this is the DNC. We have to be Politically Correct to keep from hurting feelings. Play nice. We live with cell phones against our ears 24/7, where we did have only a phone at home. We had to chop wood, build fires, hunt and fish, and all this. Today, we have central heating in most homes. When I was young, you had fireplaces or stoves to heat with and you were COLD most of the winter. Especially waking up, when you had to build a fire, not push a button. We didn’t have fast food. It was slow food that took an hour or more to cook, IF you were lucky. No microwave 30 seconds stuff. And, we were a community. We knew each other. Today, you don’t. Do you even know your neighbor?
Now, take the news. You are bombarded with crime and horror. Muslims do this or that. Drugs here or there. Rape, murder, child abuse, human trafficking, mass shootings, and on and on, endlessly. The mass shootings, terrorism, and violence are glorified by the media so they get ratings and awards. Imagine being a cop and actually seeing some of this, plus hearing about it. Now, imagine how it feels to hear about just one officer being shot, knowing it could have been you.
It’s not easy. My family had issues with my choice. I could get shot. Sure, and I knew it. But, hey, I wanted to HELP others. I felt the risk was worth what I could do to help others. Protect them. I went my entire time without ever having to draw my weapon, let alone fire it. Why? Well, I think respect had a lot to do with it. I didn’t care who you were, I treated you the same way I would anyone else. Even if I hated you, you get the same treatment someone else would. It was only fair. And, it was hard sometimes. But, this paid dividends. My act of faith/trust earned it back for me. They knew I would give them a fair shake. IF I had to draw my weapon, I was ready to use it. So, no one took the risk. It was a very different time. We had a lot more discretion and autonomy. But, some abused it and this is where we ended up.
For my generation, the firearm was a tool. Nothing more. For a few, it was a weapon and made them “men.” This was saying something about them, right there. They weren’t “whole” without something to make them “men.” So, my weapon only was used when it was needed. Today, we believe the myth of the weapon. Truth is, I could have probably gone my entire time like Andy Griffith. No weapon. But, if we “see” threats everywhere, we probably will have them. And, the system doesn’t help.
The average person today, who is arrested, has to fight a system that doesn’t care if he’s guilty or not. They seem him as a problem and number. The government pays the court for every conviction. Strike one. Then, every “crime” means that they need to “clear” it, so they look good and the area doesn’t look bad or dangerous. Strike two. Strike three? Past offenses. We have to “get tough” on crime. Race. Blacks are more dangerous than whites. They’re into drugs, and are causing our problems. Honestly, the problem is the “war on drugs” and many are trying to make money, to survive, with drugs since they get a better way this way. You work all week for minimum wage or run drugs for an hour, making the same pay either way. Drug dealers generally don’t do background checks and discriminate if you’re Black or have been to prison. In many ways, people see the court system as “rigged” or “fixed” against them. Whites tend to have it easier here. Police are trusted more in court, which isn’t fair. They can, and often do, lie more. Here, they are countering the liberal policies that they feel let too many off easy. So, some, especially the young ones who feel they can “beat” a cop, decide to risk it. They may shoot at the officer as soon as they see him. This makes the officer’s job harder and puts his life in more danger.
Basically, what we have is a natural problem. When you’re the odd man, you’re nervous. It’s been this way for ages. Whites prefer whites for protection, just like Blacks prefer Blacks. We feel safer among our own. For the cop, “our own” is a very small group. And, we don’t make friends outside this group easily. Part of it comes from expectations and the job itself. There is a LOT of hate for cops. Until you pin on a badge and firearm, you don’t understand. I could walk up to people and they would get nervous. It wasn’t any one group, it was most people. The only ones who relaxed were generally cops. Those who could boss me around, like the rich mayor, a doctor, or someone who had connections, tended to be a little less nervous than the average man, but they still knew that I could make things rougher on them, through the system, if they didn’t have the right connections. If you, as an officer, abuse this anxiety, people will remember and it can hurt you. Prove you’re NOT a threat, be fair, and you will do better. Of course, some thrive on the fear they generate, and this makes it harder on other officers.
In a way, I guess you could think of it like you approaching a poisonous snake. It doesn’t matter which side you are. The officer sees you as the snake, and you probably see the officer as the snake. But, either way, you can both hurt the other. The snake WILL attack if it feels threatened. This is the same with most people. The cop is a threat, legally and lethally. You, lethally. So, he has more to fear from you and than you do. But, if he lies, you can go to jail/prison or face a fine. So, you feel threatened by him, unless you called him or are completely innocent. He’s not so certain. Officers have been attacked by the people who called them. Things can turn instantly. In theory, you’re safe. This is why we were told never to rest our hand on the weapon or anything “threatening.” No verbal abuse, no name calling, and all that. At what point does the officer become threatening to you? When do you become a threat to him?
Sadly, today, they are taught “shock and awe.” Overwhelm and you’re safe. I see this as a bad thing. You are an instant threat here, so others may react. It’s a circle of violence that we need to break. If I have the weapon in my hand as I approach you, don’t you feel threatened or nervous? So, if the kid you’re approaching takes off running, or draws on you, who is at fault, really? His life and my life are equal. Until HE gives me reason to defend myself, I’m to play it cool.
If I’m not secure in who I am, and that I don’t need my weapon, then I’m losing right off. I can function without my firearm. It’s not my primary weapon. My mind is. And, the simple fact is, today, we can’t afford to teach these kids enough to get them ready for the street. We can’t even afford to reeducate them from what the DNC and others are teaching them from birth.
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In the US, is it better to send your kid to a public or private school? Are private schools better than public schools? | It depends on the individual schools being compared - and other factors.
The US’s forty fifth president boasted of his private school education.
The public schools I attended were overcrowded to the point of a high school with a population of 5,000 students operating from 7am to 6pm in three staggered shifts and an annex for freshmen.*
Classes were homogeneous to allow dependably well-behaved, high-achieving students to function in classes of 45 students with one teacher. Middle track classes were held to a maximum of 30 students; classes for students who struggled were capped at 25.
Most of the teachers held Master’s degrees or doctorates although most students only learned this well afterward.
In the top classes, the workload was tough; the standards high - supported by rigorous statewide tests for the core academics. Prestige was won by those with excellent grades and commitment to extracurricular activities.
As much as teachers’ honors were kept quiet, student accomplishments were extolled in the student publications and in weekly school-wide assemblies (convocations).
Fellow students earned perfect SAT scores; a significant number belonged to MENSA; some spent summers as National Health Institute interns.
Our football team had the worst record in the region. Our first chairs in orchestra and concert band participated in national competions as did our chorus soloists. Annual school plays included two by Shakespeare and two by Gilbert & Sullivan. Strong academic grades were required to engage in all extracurricular activities.
A notice board in the main corridor proclaimed the number of students receiving acceptances to prestigieous universities. Amherst, Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Duke, Harvard, MIT, NYU, Northwestern, Princeton, Rensselear Polytech, U of VA, Vassar, Wellesley, West Point, Yale were listed, often with asterisks denoting scholarships.
Previous graduates included Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Bernie Sanders, at least one ACT actor, the first teacher/principal of NYC’s Harvey Milk HS, and my now-retired physician. One friend was never graduated because he was already matriculated in STEM studies at University as a young teen.
* Mine was not the high school with the largest population. A few miles away, one had an enrollment of 6,000 with similar statistics, but a much better football team.
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What do you wear, if anything, under your spandex, yoga pants, leggings, and/or tights? | I wear a tight gaff just to prevent anything from falling out or showing through from (mtf).
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With how hard it is being an undocumented immigrant, why not just give them citizenship? | Why not just Chuck their ass back over the border.
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Which country is a better place to live in: Singapore or Hong Kong, and why? | Singapore - more laid back, more greenery, better air quality, better airport.
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What is the most dangerous place on Earth? | Determining the "most dangerous" thing on Earth can be subjective and dependent on various factors. However, here are a few examples of entities or phenomena that can be considered highly dangerous:
Nuclear weapons: These highly destructive weapons possess the potential to cause immense devastation and loss of life if used in conflict. Their destructive power and long-lasting effects make them a significant global concern.Pandemics and infectious diseases: Outbreaks of highly contagious and deadly diseases can spread rapidly and pose a significant threat to public health. Examples include the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which has had a severe impact on societies worldwide.Extreme natural disasters: Earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, and volcanic eruptions can cause widespread destruction, loss of life, and displacement of populations. These events are unpredictable and can have devastating consequences.Climate change: The long-term effects of climate change, including rising temperatures, sea-level rise, and extreme weather events, pose a significant threat to ecosystems, communities, and global stability.Human activities and technology: Some human activities, such as nuclear accidents, industrial disasters, or the misuse of technology, can have catastrophic consequences. Examples include incidents like the Chernobyl nuclear disaster or the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
It's important to note that this list is not exhaustive, and what is considered the most dangerous can vary based on individual perspectives and circumstances.
Kindly encourage with your UPVOTE .
Thanks
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[math] 1+2+3+...+n=\binom{n+1}{2} [/math] | There is a proof so delightfully elementary that, on a first glance, it almost seems as if it were not combinatorial. But it is, of course, combinatorial.
The proof that little Gauss famously came up with in primary school is combinatorial as well.
Attaching to the question the condition of the proof having to be “combinatorial” in nature is somewhat redundant. There isn’t any way of showing this which, at bottom, is not combinatorial. So we’re aiming for the simplest proof, and it is this one.
[Graphic: by the author]
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How do you celebrate National Housekeeping Week? | Idk
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How do I translate Hindi sentences in Sanskrit? | रात हो गई है, चाँद दिख गया है
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What are the must-have iPhone apps? Why? | There are countless apps available for iPhone, but here are some must-have apps that can make your life easier and more enjoyable
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Does a corporate credit card affect your personal credit? If so, how? | Every business needs a corporate credit card which is very easy to get for their business expenses. Now [LINKED_TEXT: Karbon] [URL: http://www.karboncard.com/] provides access to business credit cards with zero personal guarantee, fixed deposit, and cards can be issued within a day with minimal paperwork. It also helps the startups to pay for their business expenses.
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Why have you chosen to live in the San Francisco Bay area? | My own reason would not be everyone's reason. I moved here in the mid-70s. I was about 20 years old. I came here from NYC because I knew that I was a gay man. Contrary to what some people may think, Manhattan was not as liberal then as is commonly thought. There were still many “closeted” (i.e., living and acting straight to conceal their gay identity) people. San Francisco was developing a very out and proud community, centered primarily in the Castro Street neighborhood. I met many young people from around the country here whose families disowned them when they came out, literally putting them on the streets. I found a very supportive environment here. (And back then there were very nice apartments in the $300-$400 per month range. Yes, really! Today the “average” one bedroom in SF rents for over $3,000 per month!)
Although my sexual identity was my initial reason, I quickly came to love this city. Everything was so CLEAN! (Including the “subway” system, MUNI.) The people were friendly for the most part. And, unlike NY, no SNOW! The temperate climate is great. Wonderful views. And (back then) no overcrowding. It was easy to strike up conversations with residents of all persuasions since there was virtually no crime at all. No reason not to be trusting.
Beginning in the early 80s, unfortunately, the HIV/AIDS pandemic hit really hard here. Over the ensuing decades I've lost literally everyone that I knew to the disease.
The population has grown considerably. Many of these new residents have moved here in just the last 5-10 years. Internet businesses. The cost of buying a home here is simply astronomical. (No more $45,000 fixer-uppers.) Literally nothing available for under $1 million. (Even small condos.) Most at $2 million and up. Soaring rents have forced so many long time residents to leave the city entirely. What we once knew as “hippies” have been replaced by a large homeless population.
Fortunately I can still live here. (40+ years later.) There is nowhere that I would rather live.
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Is it safe to apply aloe vera gel on the face overnight? | Yes, it is generally safe to apply aloe vera gel on the face overnight. Aloe vera gel is known for its soothing and moisturizing properties, and many people find it beneficial to leave it on their skin overnight to maximize its effects. I have a combination skin and i offen use fresh aloe vera gel on my skin . I just apply it 20 minutes before going to sleep .
However, it's important to keep in mind the following considerations:
Patch test: Before applying aloe vera gel to your entire face, it's recommended to perform a patch test on a small area of your skin to check for any adverse reactions or allergies. Apply a small amount of gel on the inside of your wrist or behind your ear, and leave it on overnight. If you experience any redness, itching, or irritation, do not use it on your face.Quality of the gel: Ensure that you are using a high-quality, pure aloe vera gel without added chemicals, fragrances, or artificial ingredients. These additives may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some individuals.Personal sensitivities: Everyone's skin is unique, and some individuals may be more sensitive to certain ingredients. If you have sensitive skin or a history of skin allergies, it's best to consult with a dermatologist before using aloe vera gel overnight or on your faceConsistency: While leaving aloe vera gel on your face overnight can provide added moisture and soothing benefits, it's essential to listen to your skin's needs. If you notice any adverse reactions or discomfort, discontinue overnight use and consider shorter application periods or using it as a part of your daytime skincare routine.
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Should I read Chetan Bhagat's new book 'Girl in Room 105'? Is it as bad as his previous books? | Well, seriously it is just below average and overhyped book. I will rate it 2.5 out of 5.
If you want to see my analytical hindi review on this book you can watch this video below.
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What are the qualities of a successful leader? | A good leader is proud and free, i.e. they’d be proud of what they stand for and free of egotistical self-praise. A good leader knows about the skills and talents of their followers. A good leader would know how to bring out the best in them. They would know how to motivate others according to their kind. Their communication style would be respectful, yet determined, validating and clear. They would be able to communicate expectations , rules, goals clearly. They would stand firm for their values and won’t hang their flag according to the wind. This would make them look trustworthy and competent.
Any person who lacks these abilities, someone who’d blame their followers for not achieving, is not a leader at all. It’s just another one of those wannabes that roam the earth. Anger, impatience, lack of empathy, haughtiness, egocentrism, these are all qualities which show that a person is not free at all. Whereas a true leader has to be a person of integrity, grounded, attentive, caring, independent, not ego-stricken and threatening but self-assured. Aggressive little men are by no means free and proud but entitled and weak. A person like that may claim to be a leader but they aren’t and they’ll never be with a mindset like that. Many want to be leaders yet most of them aren’t.
Better watch out because if you don’t, you could end up with a F•u•e•h•r•e•r instead of a leader and we all know where that may lead to, right?
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How do I convert an MOV to an MP4 for free? | I don know which system you use, I always use Windows applicationss and online tools to do this. Maybe you can check [LINKED_TEXT: VideoProc] [URL: https://www.videoproc.com/guide/feature-video-converting.htm?ttref=quora-wcy] which supports MAC and Windows.
And this article is for your reference. It gives introduction to how to convert on Mac/PC for free.
[LINKED_TEXT: How to Convert MOV Files to MP4 on Mac/PC for FreeMOV files are saved in the QuickTime File Format (QTFF) with the .mov extension. A MOV video consists of video, audio, timecode, and subtitle tracks, which can be used to store media data using different codes. Now more media players, video editing software, devices, and video platforms support MOV. But playback errors still often happen to MOV files for different reasons. If you come across this issue, convert MOV to MP4 for better compatibility. Here are 3 of the best video converters for you to convert MOV files to MP4 on Mac and PC in second. How to Convert MOV to MP4 Using VideoProc Converter VideoProc Converter is a robust video converter with full solutions to converting, transcoding, and compressing 370+ video and audio formats, incl. MOV, MP4, MKV, AVI, WEBM, HEVC, H.264, VP9, AV1, MPEG-4, MP3, AAC, and 100+ preset MP4 profiles for output. In addition, you are enabled to merge, cut, crop, rotate, add subtitles and effects, stabilize, or denoise your videos before the conversion in its editing toolkit. Thanks to the unique full GPU acceleration tech, VideoProc Converter provides up to 47x real-time faster conversion performances than the leading competition, even when handling 4K 60/120fps MOV files. If you want a fast conversion and lossless output, try VideoProc Converter with the following steps. Step 1. Download the video converter for free from its official website and install it on your computer. It runs smoothly on all recent Windows and macOS. Step 2. Launch VideoProc Converter. Select the Video option and drag your file into the software. Step 3. Choose MP4 H.264 in the Video option at the bottom. For more MP4 profiles, click Target Format, search MP4, then you can see MP4 encoded with HEVC, MPEG-4, and more. Step 4. Move to the output settings on the right side of the interface. Choose an output folder to save your video and Enable Hardware Acceleration. Click RUN to start converting MOV to MP4. How to Convert MOV to MP4 Online with Convertio.co If you don’t want to download any software, you can always use an online service to convert your file. This might be a good solution for people who need a one-time-use, or who have small files and don’t need to convert them at fast speeds. Step 1. Go to Convertio.co Step 2. Drag your file into the website. Your file must be under 100MB, because the online converter doesn't support large videos. Your file must be under 100MB in size, in order for the Convertio website to accept it. Step 3. Convert your file. You can download the converted file to your local storage, or you can save it to Dropbox or Google Drive. It's a quick and easy way to convert small MOV files without downloading any software. How to Convert MOV to MP4 Using iMovie (on Mac) For Mac users, the best way to convert your files might be to use the software that comes on your computer. iMovie is free and preinstalled on most Apple computers. While you might first think of iMovie as an editor, you can also use it for simple https://www.xda-developers.com/convert-mov-to-mp4-videoproc/] [URL: https://www.xda-developers.com/convert-mov-to-mp4-videoproc/] |
How many countries have you travelled to and which are they? | Eighty Eight!
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What does the British word "bint" refer to? | “Bint” as an insult had fallen into disuse, until several of us decided it should be resurrected, and used as a “fond insult” (in around 1998). This was something we had done regularly with other words pver many years. Previously this would have simply been used among a close group of friends, but the internet was becoming immensely popular, and we wanted to know how far the later use of the word would get around the world, and how soon it would be before we heard it used by someone outside of our extended group of internet friends across the world. Quite some time, it turned out. However, my friends in Aus, and the US and Canada regularly use the word in the updated context. Friends who call me “bint” as in “oi, bint!” tend to be people I have known well for a number of years.
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Why are cops so eager to draw guns on anyone? | They are not.
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Has anyone used the online website "tripfactory" for an overseas holiday package? | Tripfactory travel agency: Disorganized, Unprofessional, No time sense, does not stick to itenary, horrible
Trip ID: TFN001FYLSX
Disorganized, Unprofessional, No time sense, does not stick to itenary, horrible
Note: This is not full chat, the whole trip was terrible
Day 1:
Vikas: Has the person left?
Clinton: Please get in touch with them on whats app
Pavan: Pick up time was 2:30
Rohit: Sir please contact 971555xxxxx /SHAJEEB
Pavan: He refuse to come
Rohit: Sir sorry for the confusion, please contact 9715552xxxxx
Pavan: See we booked through trip factory only because we dint wanted to do all these...
And from Tom I hope they will be in time.
Suman Sethi: yes sir , due to unseen operational issue , it is getting delayed
Vikas G K: Pick up is done , but we don't have Burj Khalifa tickets and underwater zoo to tickets
Vikas G K: It was very tiring and hectic. We were doing all the calling and following up , hope it's not like this all through
Pavan: What is this Rohit sir.??? When we will go back to our room?? When we will have dinner?? When we should sleep....
Sameer Pasha: Will make sure there will not be any issues from here after
Day 2:
sheik faiz: 9715619xxxxx here is your driver number sir.
sheik faiz: Sir just a small update, todays desert safari has been changed from private transfer to shared transfer and we shall refund the partial amount.
Pavan: OK.
Suman Sethi: Sir , desert is safari is cancelled due to unavailability of the vehicles
And the amount will be refunded sir
Vikas G K: What nonsense , are you guys nuts? We need to go at any cost , you any do like this We could book everything ourselves What the hell is this????
Clinton Thomas Perumban: Sir this was something which was really unexpected and it has happened due to vehicle break down, we are trying our best to get this fixed
Vikas G K:
If it happens one day we will adjust, but from yesterday we are having bad experience We have come from so far , make alternate arrangements and give us a proper experience
Suman Sethi: Desert safari is arranged for today sir Apologies for the trouble
Suman Sethi: Sir , the driver will be different
Vikas G K: Please ensure he comes on time in the designated dropoff point area as we won't have any access to internet or phone network during desert safari
Vikas G K: Ok Hi, we are waiting for past half an hour , when will he come? Can you please follow up and let me know what's happening
Vikas G K: Hi, it is one hour after scheduled time , can you talk to the driver and tell us exactly what is happening?
Suman Sethi: Mohammad Rajaa 0507753996
Vikas G K: Where is he, when will he come? I can't call 100 people everytime
Tripfactory: Driver is waiting
Vikas G K: Hi he might be wrong location We are right beside the masjid, 041 entrance
Suman Sethi: , driver is waiting in front of zico hotel
Day3:
No access to internet, no access to telecom network
sheik faiz: Here is your ferrari tickets.
Vikas G K: Please send the tickets early morg , we are having lot of trouble ,
Day 4:
Vikas G K: Please tell the driver to follow the following instructions for finding our accomodation place
Vikas G K: Ok Hi what is the car number ? We can't see him here
Suman Sethi: sir , you can get in touch with the above number
Vikas G K: I have dialled 10 drivers till now , no one has picked
Vikas G K: I am getting afraid , we don't want one min delay in airport transfer
Vikas G K: Neither the driver calls, not you give s status where he is, we just wait on road daily At least y can't you get info where he is How much time he needs
Pavan: Can't you ppl tell us the right time for pick up It is non sense Everyday same story At least reply now...
Pavan: Whats the time u gave for pickup
Rohit: Sir due to peak season, the driver will be there in some time.
Pavan: What peak season.... Even we came as tourist...
Vikas G K: We are at pickup point dhow cruise
Sameer Pasha: Sir watsapp call will not work in Dubai and you have to get in touch with the local number itself
Vikas G K: What is wrong with you , we told we don't have local network access Why can't you call and let us know
Pavan: trip factory - Unprofessional, Unorganized, no time sense, doesnt stick to itinerary.
Vikas G K: Thank you for the worst trip ever , very memorable
Suman Sethi: Sir , please let us know what is the issue
Vikas G K: Everything right from drivers fighting to driver not coming to searching tickets, it was totally unorganised We can become agents there now, we had to call and take tension all through, until I reached airport I had no guarantee I will come back
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What genetic malformation does Megan Fox have? | What genetic malformation does Megan Fox have?
Yes, you read that right Megan Fox has unusually short and stubby thumbs that have attracted the attention of many. Her thumbs look like toes. Who would have thought
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Do childhood vaccinations cause autism? My daughter in law is refusing to vaccinate her children based on this belief. | There is no conclusive evidence that vaccinations cause autism. That being said, the last time I checked, there hadn’t been any long term studies done. So, who knows really? Statistically, there has been an undeniable steady increase in the rates of autism since infant vaccinations became mainstream. But, positive correlation doesn’t necessarily indicate cause and effect. I’m 60 so I won’t have to make that decision again in this life. But, if I was younger and had babies, in all honesty, I probably wouldn’t get them vaccinated in infancy. I would keep them home until their precious brains were more developed and then get them vaccinated before starting school. I don’t judge parents either way. All parents should follow their hearts on this issue.
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Do childhood vaccinations cause autism? My daughter in law is refusing to vaccinate her children based on this belief. | No, no they do not. There is no scientific research in the scientific literature that has found such a link and wasn’t retracted due to a bunch of issues with the methodology and author(s), and there are a bunch of studies that have found no such link. There is also no plausible theory of causation to link vaccines and autism that hasn’t been disproven. It’s a complete myth that vaccines of any kind cause autism.
Also, even if they did, how is autism worse than polio, the measles, mumps, rubella, whooping cough, or any of the other diseases childhood vaccines prevent? Autism is neither crippling nor deadly. It can be a struggle, but it’s a heck of a lot better than any of those illnesses. I find the idea of deciding not to vaccinate one’s child against contagious, preventable diseases that are often deadly or crippling solely because of the (alleged but false) possibility that those vaccines might cause autism incredibly offensive.
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What do you want to say to Adam D'Angelo, the CEO of Quora? | Since you have a huge pool of highly educated , erudite , super intelligent people available to you and , since they all seem to hate whatever the policy it was that you started that preceded my introduction to The Quora .
And , because one of the most interesting moments on the Quora for me , was listening in on two gentleman having a very civil argument . It was a disciplined and , enlightening discussion . When it was over I thanked and complimented them both for letting me “ listen in “ and , they both said , “ you are welcome , thanks for listening in “.
I am wondering , why not set up dialogues between some of these many fine intellectuals . Give them a venue to really explore the issues “ Socratic Style “. One on one , with questions and answers and audience .
No pictures .
Just thoughts .
Eh ? just a thought .
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What is the difference between a delay pedal and a reverb pedal? | Time.
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What's the next number in the series: 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11? | 13
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What are the most underrated cities in the U.S.? | Arlington, Texas
2. West Palm Beach, Florida
3. Parkersburg, West Virginia
4. Jacksonville, Florida
5. Huntington Beach, California
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What are some travel tips for an Indian visiting Bhutan? | Checklist: The following information serves as a guide when travelling to Bhutan. This practical advice is not a complete list but should provide you with some useful information as you plan your trip.
Travel / Medical Insurance: Travel insurance can be provided by your Bhutanese tourism operator or overseas partner.
Money: The Bhutanese currency is Ngultrum (Nu.) Equivalent to the widely accepted Indian rupee in the country.
In addition, POS (Point of Sale) services are available nationwide, which means that visitors can pay with a credit card at most hotels and craft stores.
Banking: Financial institutions in Bhutan are highly developed and today we have many banks that provide human services. Other banks you can find while in Bhutan are Bhutan Limited Bank, Bhutan National Bank, Druk PNB and Tashi Bank. Traveller's check can be easily withdrawn and exchanged for local currency. Many of these banks offer online banking services.
Electricity: All major cities are well connected to 220/240 voltages with circular holes for two power pins and three pins.
It is recommended that you bring flat pin converters around your electronics if necessary, however, many hotels offer more sockets. Bhutan is a carbon-neutral place. Our energy is pure and green made by electricity.
Photos: Bhutan offers great opportunities for photography, especially during outdoor tours.
However, you should refer to your guide before taking pictures or recording inside Dzongs, temples, monasteries and religious centres as elsewhere photography/recording are not permitted.
Feel free to take pictures of landscapes, beautiful mountain views, rural life, flowers and animals, unique Bhutanese art and the Dzongs and Chortens.
Shopping:
Other popular handicrafts available to buy are woven fabrics made of silk or understated silk, carvings of various animals, woven baskets of sugarcane and bamboo, wooden containers known as Dapas, handmade paper products or fine silverware. Please keep in mind that buying and selling antique items is strictly prohibited in Bhutan.
Pre-planning is the most important aspect when travelling to Bhutan,
You can find the best suitable Bhutan travel packages at:
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As a proud Texan, I believe that for profit healthcare is the best system, it allows maximum profit for shareholders and companies. Why do folks in Europe, Britain, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand think that they are entitled to free healthcare? | If you weren’t a shit-stirring troll I would feel sorry for your total lack of empathy, but there you go…
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Chennai is currently facing water crisis, what are the short term and long solutions? What is expected from Government and what should people do on their part? | I am no expert in water conservation. But let me tell what I think is the problem and what could solve it.
Problem:
Chennai is densely populated. Too many apartments, townships, offices and factories sucking water out of the ground.Chennai doesn’t take excellent care of its water resources. Coovam river is the worst example. But we are also not worrying much about the other reservoirs.De-forestation and concreate jungles. More trees are being cut to accomodate the growing population. Along with this many buildings are buildt from wall to wall with no space for trees to let rainwater drain to the ground beneath.
Solutions:
Rainwater harvesting - filters rainwater and treated water (washbasin, ac, water purifier outlet) and drains it in the soil beneath. This will eventually improve the water table level.Stop construction of new buildings and townships until the water situation improves. If there is no water for the existing population, then what is the point in accomodating more people. I heard Bangalore has already implemented this.Plan more trees. Take good care of water reservoirs. Awareness is the most important thing that can solve this problem in the short term and the long term. Without changing the mindset of people to conserver water, there is no way this can be achieved!
Water should be conserved and all water resources should be taken good care of. We shouldn’t abuse nature.
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What high protein Indian vegetarian food sources are available for people that go to the gym and want to bulk up while also losing fat? | There are several [LINKED_TEXT: protein-rich foods for vegetarians] [URL: https://maxprotein.in/blogs/health-nutrition/protein-rich-veg-foods] that are available in India for people who go to the gym and want to bulk up while losing fat. Here are some examples of high-protein Indian vegetarian foods:
Lentils and Legumes: Lentils, chickpeas, black beans, kidney beans, and other legumes are a great source of protein and fiber. They can be cooked in a variety of ways and are also rich in other nutrients like iron and folate.Paneer (Cottage Cheese): Paneer is a type of cheese that is commonly used in Indian cuisine. It is a good source of protein and calcium, and can be added to dishes like curries or salads.Greek Yogurt: Greek yogurt is a high-protein, low-fat yogurt that can be eaten as a snack or used as a replacement for sour cream in recipes.Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, walnuts, cashews, chia seeds, and flaxseeds are all high in protein and healthy fats. They can be eaten as a snack or added to dishes like smoothies, salads, or oatmeal.Tofu: Tofu is a protein-rich soybean product that can be used in place of meat in many dishes. It can be grilled, stir-fried, or added to soups or salads.Quinoa: Quinoa is a gluten-free grain that is high in protein and fiber. It can be used as a replacement for rice or added to salads or soups.Green Leafy Vegetables: Green leafy vegetables like spinach, kale, and broccoli are not only rich in protein but also in other important vitamins and minerals.
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What are the must-have iPhone apps? Why? | Here are some of the must-have iPhone apps in 2023:
Communication apps: These apps allow you to stay in touch with friends and family, whether they're across town or across the world. Some popular options include:Messenger: A free messaging app from Facebook that lets you send text messages, photos, videos, and voice messages.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowplay.google.com] [URL: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.facebook.orca&hl=en_US]WhatsApp: A free messaging app that's popular in many countries around the world. It offers similar features to Messenger, plus the ability to make voice and video calls.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowwww.flaticon.com] [URL: https://www.flaticon.com/free-icon/whatsapp_124034]Skype: A free video calling app that's also great for making voice calls and sending text messages.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowplay.google.com] [URL: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.skype.raider&hl=en_US]
[LINKED_TEXT: How to Take a Screenshot in iPhone : 2023 New updateDiscover how to take a screenshot in iPhone with this easy step-by-step guide. Capture your favorite moments in seconds using the power buttonhttps://mixtechinsights.com/how-to-take-a-screenshot-in-iphone-a-guide/] [URL: https://mixtechinsights.com/how-to-take-a-screenshot-in-iphone-a-guide/]Social media apps: These apps allow you to connect with friends and family, share photos and videos, and stay up-to-date on the latest news and trends. Some popular options include:Facebook: A social media platform that allows you to connect with friends and family, share photos and videos, and join groups.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowwww.iosicongallery.com] [URL: https://www.iosicongallery.com/icons/facebook-2019-05-21/]Instagram: A photo and video sharing app that's popular for its filters and editing tools.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowwww.creativebloq.com] [URL: https://www.creativebloq.com/news/instagram-app-icon]Twitter: A social media platform that allows you to share short messages, or "tweets," with the world.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowuxwing.com] [URL: https://uxwing.com/twitter-app-icon/]Music streaming apps: These apps allow you to listen to music on demand. Some popular options include:Spotify: A music streaming app with a huge library of songs.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowcommons.wikimedia.org] [URL: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Spotify_App_Logo.svg]Apple Music: A music streaming app from Apple that also offers exclusive content.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowplay.google.com] [URL: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apple.android.music&hl=en_US]YouTube Music: A music streaming app from Google that also offers music videos.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowcommons.wikimedia.org] [URL: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Youtube_Music_icon.svg]Entertainment apps: These apps let you watch movies, TV shows, and other content. Some popular options include:Netflix: A streaming service with a wide variety of movies and TV shows.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowplay.google.com] [URL: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.netflix.mediaclient&hl=en_US]Disney+: A streaming service with movies and TV shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowwww.pinterest.com] [URL: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/755127062520967381/]HBO Max: A streaming service with movies and TV shows from HBO, Warner Bros., and other WarnerMedia properties.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowwww.pinterest.com] [URL: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/hbo-max-icon--473370610843629650/]Productivity apps: These apps can help you get organized, stay on top of your tasks, and be more productive. Some popular options include:Evernote: A note-taking app that allows you to create notes, lists, and reminders.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowlogos-world.net] [URL: https://logos-world.net/evernote-logo/]Google Calendar: A calendar app that helps you keep track of your appointments and events.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowpiunikaweb.com] [URL: https://piunikaweb.com/2021/09/27/google-calendar-app-icon-thumbnail-on-ios-may-soon-display-current-date-instead-of-31/]Todoist: A task management app that helps you stay on top of your to-do list.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowiconduck.com] [URL: https://iconduck.com/icons/28048/todoist]Utility apps: These apps can help you with a variety of tasks, such as finding directions, translating languages, and tracking your spending. Some popular options include:Google Maps: A navigation app that helps you find your way around.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowwww.theverge.com] [URL: https://www.theverge.com/2020/2/6/21125275/google-maps-15th-anniversary-new-icon-tabs-design-transit-information-live-view-update-features]Google Translate: An app that allows you to translate text and speech between languages.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowplay.google.com] [URL: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.translate&hl=en_US]Mint: A personal finance app that helps you track your spending and budget.[LINKED_TEXT: Opens in a new windowplay.google.com] [URL: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mint&hl=en]
These are just a few of the many must-have iPhone apps. The specific apps that you need will depend on your individual needs and preferences. But with so many great options available, you're sure to find the perfect apps to make your iPhone experience more enjoyable and productive.
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Did the Jews in Europe realize what was going to happen to them? | This answer really needs a book to answer it, and I believe there are some good ones. I’ll just say that there are as many answers as there were Jews in Europe in 1940. Each one knew at some point what was going to happen to them, even if it was just before they were murdered. The question really is what did they know and when did they know it?
For the purpose of my answer I’ll stick to those who were murdered by the Nazis and their collaborators. These fall into several categories:
Germany: They knew the government wanted them to emigrate and most make every possible effort to do so. The majority of Jews in Germany in 1932 survived the war because they knew what was coming and had time to do something about it.Austria & Czechia: They had heard of what was happening in Germany but thought it couldn’t happen to them. When their countries’ annexations were inevitable they made huge efforts to flee. Unfortunately immigration was tight as a drum everywhere, thanks to all the German Jews who had fled. They knew whah was coming and had some time to do something about it, but less than Germany.Norway, Netherlands, Belgium, and France: Germany didn’t want to offend the locals so they turned up the heat on the Jews rather slowly. Jews in these areas knew what was coming would be bad but at first they didn’t know how bad. By 1943 at the latest they knew what was coming and they tried to hide or, if that failed, met the inevitable with as much courage and bravery as possible.Western Poland: They were first singled out, then put into ghettoes, then the ghettoes were sealed and starved, then they were gassed. They knew what was coming and many actively resisted.Eastern Poland and the USSR: They’d been in the Soviet information zone and didn’t know much about what was happening in western Poland. When the Germans invaded most of them were fairly quickly led out of town and shot. They didn’t know what was coming and they didn’t have time to resist. We have almost no records from this area because very few survived.German Allies (Hungary, Italy, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Romania, other areas in Greece and the Balkans): Jews were oppressed but mostly safe as long as the countries remained independent. Eventually Germany either turned the screws until they handed their Jews over to be murdered. They knew what was happening in Poland, they felt lucky to be avoiding it, and when they were taken they had made no preparations. Most of these died in Auschwitz and it was late in the war so there were some survivors. We have more survivor stories from this group than the others and we often view their story as typical, even though their experience was far from universal.
As you can see what they knew and when they knew it varied a lot. Even within those areas some people faced the hard truth immediately and many went into denial. Denial is understandable but unfortunately the ones who faced the truth were most likely to survive.
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Are opossums good to have around? | Yes opossums are excellent to have living near you. I live in an area with a high tick count so the opossum eat the ticks and other insect pest in my yard. Each Spring I see Mama with at least 8 babies clinging to her back. When I see her I broadcast a bit of dog food kibble around my yard to attract her back.
Opossum are not normally carriers of rabies due to their low body temperatures. Another worry we have in this area.
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Why do cats abandon their owners? | It is more likely the owners abandoned the cats. It would seem that unless the cat were being abused, there would be no reason to leave. However some cats will leave home if they are sick and know they are going to die. They just want to be left alone.
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Who is a better Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi or Manmohan Singh? | Obviously Narendra Modi. He did full fill the poll promise on article 370 and article 35A. Just look how rattled Pakistan is. In the past, it had split POK into two administration regions and gifted a part of it to China. To this day, it's waging proxy war through terrorists on India and crying foul on the international stage on Modi's decision to abrogate the aforementioned articles. This is enough to decide who is the best pm of India.
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I was speeding when a police car going the other way flashed his light bar at me. I slowed, but he just drove away. What just happened? | Cops don’t stop you all the time. In your case, the cop probably noticed you speeding but when he flashed his lights at you as a warning, you complied by slowing down. He job was done at the point. So no point in stopping someone over a brief moment of speeding.
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Why do large ships use anchor chains and not anchor lines (i.e. land lubber’s ropes)? | All of what has been said by others is pertinent to the problem, and I can't elaborate much more, other than to say that another of the reasons for using heavy chain has to do with absorbing shock. When riding at anchor, a ship is in motion all the time. Raising the weight of chain involves overcoming inertia, so when the ship moves, the chain itself provides an increasing resistance to its motion in a smooth transition. Lighter anchor rhodes made of cable lift more easily, are not elastic, and transmit shock loads capable of breaking the anchor free of the bottom. On smaller craft, a combination of chain and nylon rhode is acceptable. Though the nylon is lighter and lifts easily, it is elastic and absorbs much of the shock.
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How far does a nuclear meltdown affect? | A core meltdown accident occurs when the heat generated by a nuclear reactor exceeds the heat removed by the cooling systems to the point where at least one nuclear fuel element exceeds its [LINKED_TEXT: melting point] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melting_point]. This differs from a [LINKED_TEXT: fuel element failure] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuel_element_failure], which is not caused by high temperatures. A meltdown may be caused by a [LINKED_TEXT: loss of coolant] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loss-of-coolant_accident], loss of coolant pressure, or low coolant flow rate or be the result of a [LINKED_TEXT: criticality excursion] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criticality_excursion] in which the reactor is operated at a power level that exceeds its design limits. Alternatively, in a reactor plant such as the [LINKED_TEXT: RBMK-1000] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RBMK-1000], an external fire may endanger the core, leading to a meltdown.
Once the fuel elements of a reactor begin to melt, the fuel cladding has been breached, and the nuclear fuel (such as [LINKED_TEXT: uranium] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uranium], [LINKED_TEXT: plutonium] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plutonium], or [LINKED_TEXT: thorium] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thorium]) and [LINKED_TEXT: fission products] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fission_products] (such as [LINKED_TEXT: caesium-137] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caesium-137], [LINKED_TEXT: krypton-85] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krypton-85], or [LINKED_TEXT: iodine-131] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iodine-131]) within the fuel elements can leach out into the coolant. Subsequent failures can permit these radioisotopes to breach further layers of containment. [LINKED_TEXT: Superheated steam] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superheated_steam] and hot metal inside the core can lead to [LINKED_TEXT: fuel-coolant interactions] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuel-coolant_interaction], [LINKED_TEXT: hydrogen explosions] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrogen_explosion], or [LINKED_TEXT: water hammer] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_hammer], any of which could destroy parts of the containment. A meltdown is considered very serious because of the potential for [LINKED_TEXT: radioactive materials] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radioactive_material] to breach all containment and escape (or be released) into the [LINKED_TEXT: environment] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natural_environment], resulting in [LINKED_TEXT: radioactive contamination] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radioactive_contamination] and [LINKED_TEXT: fallout] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fallout], and potentially leading to [LINKED_TEXT: radiation poisoning] [URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radiation_poisoning] of people and animals nearby.
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Heard lot of gurus say go deep or go inside. Where should I go? What is go inside? | Just relax, focus in the moment. Let all your concerns temporarilly fall away. Let go of thoughts, feelings, just be. Witness the right now, with all your awareness. Breathing naturally and being very still.
If thoughts come around, dont worry. They will go away. Just be happy for this time, enjoy yourself. Practice this as often as possible. You'll get the depth of understanding.
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If you were ancient Egyptian royalty, would you renounce your gods and trade a life of riches and luxury to walk with Moses in the desert? | No, Moses would have been hell as a companion and living as a nomad instead of as a royal with cultured companions — no contest. Moses could not string ten short sentences together without help. No great conversations there. He would rather kill you than restrain you if you upset him. He set fire to shrubbery and then claimed he had nothing to do with it. And once he reached the promised land everyone had to wait for him to die before they could enter.
Meanwhile back in the Palace….
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Why does this generation have a lot of depressed people? | 1 .because they been convinced that depression is an actual sickness instead of a feeling , and depression is actually self inflicted through repetitive thoughts and beliefs , its also self curable , feeling depressed is real being depressed is something you tell yourself .. people hate when i say that lol but thats what happens when we have been convinced that feelings and crying , are feeling bad , are so important , it makes you alot of people weak
2. because everything is instant and accessible , so people are bored , and on there screens more then there actual life ,
3.News , social media , and music videos, News- no matter what the news is depressing , it reports all negativity , war , finicial panics , and then dress opinions up as facts ..
Social media - you constantly see people showing money fashion , bragging , women , but all of it is fake , but people honestly believe that people live a dream life because of there Instagram
4. government (democrats, and republicans )- we gave these entities power , and now rely on there false gimmicks to stay sane .. sheep
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Why is computer engineering not growing as fast as computer science? | Because the stories of billions of dollars in riches are for IT companies.
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Sometimes when I'm on a WhatsApp call, the app suddenly says call on hold. Do you know why? | It could be two things, either the receiver or you placed the call on hold (deliberately or from chin touch) or someone is about to receive another call.
If it has nothing to do with any of these, it's probably a network connection problem.
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Why was the British Empire able to become so big/powerful when the UK is so small? What are some of the main factors that allowed the Empire to become so vast? | The British were quite rapacious. When we took over an undeveloped country, we worked hard to stabilise it rather than hold it brutally. Installed a government, police force, civil service, infrastructure (eg Indian railways), and yes, tax collectors. We stopped tribal fighting and gave a lot of status and autonomy to local government levels. It started giving wealth and stability to nations that had previously been internally fighting and in poverty. There was no significant reaction, and it allowed the limited number of empire building to go on and start again elsewhere. The motivation was strong, we were in competition for world dominion with Holland, France and eventually Germany. It’s a formula that lasted centuries- we killed them with kindness and stability and relative wealth. It worked up to the last 100 years when we gradually lost the resources to maintain control under the Crown. So independence was no longer resisted and one by one they all became independent. It shows the level of goodwill- all the nations are now happy to be part of the British Commonwealth with the Queen as Head of State. There is no aspect of ‘control’ in this- just friendship and loyalty and the English language. We can travel around the world on short range jets travelling from one ex Empire nation to another, from north to south, east to west, with friendly relations to us (the mid Pacific is a small problem there)- all feel slightly like home to a degree, all have adopted English as one of their main languages, no hard feelings these days, all retaining institutions that were always very useful (including tax collectors!). Go to Nigeria, Ghana, India, Pakistan, Myanmar, Malaysia, Singapore, Borneo, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Caribbean, Canada, Egypt, Libya, Seychelles, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Zambia, Gambia, Sudan, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Fiji, Cyprus, Jamaica…..it goes on and on. All welcoming to Britons, all part of the Commonwealth, no resentments, all speaking English. Yes we held an Empire, occasionally it might have been brutally, but it never lasted. The point is we knew when to let go, and how to do it nicely. Was the British Empire a force for good? Yes I think so- it transcended the few episodes of cruelty, and another point is- every one of those nations ended up better than where they would have been with out the Empire- look at their neighbours!
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What happens if a person who orders pizza takes the pizza and refuses to pay? | I had a college age customer who stole the pizzas out of my hands many years ago. He lived downstairs and the only window he had was in front of my truck. I knocked on the neighbors door and told her I was just robbed and would she call the police. She called and I waited until the officer arrived and explained what happened. He knocked on the door and when he opened it the officer explained the situation and went the apt. When he came back out he had a fist full of money and asked me how much he owed. I gave him the total and he counted it and went back in the apt. and came out with a little more cash told me to take it and be safe. I was handed a very nice tip.
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What is your worst cinema experience? | The year is c.1981. I asked a girl from my dorm to see Victor Victoria together.
Julie Andrews (as Victor), having made it big as a woman pretending to be a man pretending to be a woman, and Robert Preston are walking through and checking out a new, foo-foo apartment, checking out the features and conveniences, when the unit's single, solitary bed raises questions about the lack of sufficient sleeping arrangements, to which Robert Preston quips, "Oh, don't worry--you can always sleep on the bidet!"
...at which point I turned to my date during the show and innocently asked, "What's a bidet?"
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Is Charli a boy or a girl’s name? | I think it's unisex name 🤔
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Which one has more magnesium, iron or calcium? | Magnesium has more magnesium than iron or calcium.
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Which Bollywood actresses have viraled their MMS? | Shilpi Raj, Preity Zinta, Mallika Sherawat
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Do soldiers pick up fallen enemy weapons to use if they are out of ammo on their weapons? | I read this question two ways. One way to read it is asking if soldiers take a spare enemy weapon with them in case of a problem. The answer is no.
Nor did we carry enemy weapons so that we could drop one to cover a murder. If you did, or claim to have, you were the victim of very poor leadership… or you didn't actually serve. Not like that ever happens on the internet, where everyone can be a veteran for a page.
Trying to collect enemy weapons for personal use, or to send home, was strictly forbidden. No one would throw away an issued weapon because you are personally responsible for that weapon by serial number. Losing it could wind up in imprisonment, as could attempting to take home or mail home a weapon.
If the question is whether a soldier would use a weapon in a pinch, the answer is that it's possible but unlikely. As detailed in a previous answer, close combat is generally rare and teams redistribute ammunition as needed. In Afghanistan, engagement ranges of 500 meters were common. Very close fights usually happen in restrictive terrain such as urban areas. In those cases, again, it is very unlikely.
The Afghan forces I advised were more than happy to keep any Russian-type weapons, and we let them because they could use them.
The above answer does not apply to special operators, who use a variety of weapons tailored to the mission and have different rules regarding captured weapons.
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Why are so many tech companies eyeing the financial industry? | How much of the total corporate profits of the U.S. economy come from financial firms? Would it surprise you if it’s consistently around 20-30%?
This chart from Felix Salmon shows the scale of the U.S. financial industry: [LINKED_TEXT: Chart of the day: US financial profits] [URL: http://blogs.reuters.com/felix-salmon/2011/03/30/chart-of-the-day-us-financial-profits/]
(Quarterly numbers are annualized, which seems odd, but that’s the standard way to report them.)
Looking at more recent data from the BEA: [LINKED_TEXT: https://apps.bea.gov/iTable/iTable.cfm?reqid=19&step=3&isuri=1&1921=survey&1903=239#reqid=19&step=3&isuri=1&1921=survey&1903=239] [URL: https://apps.bea.gov/iTable/iTable.cfm?1903=239&1921=survey&reqid=19&step=3&isuri=1#reqid%3D19%26step%3D3%26isuri%3D1%261921%3Dsurvey%261903%3D239]
2019Q2 profits for U.S. financial firms was $409.7b (annualized) compared with $1544.5b for all domestic industries, or 26%. Information tech produced just $111.6 in profits.
Finance and insurance contribute about 7.5% of U.S. GDP:
[LINKED_TEXT: Value Added by Private Industries: Finance, Insurance, Real Estate, Rental, and Leasing: Finance and Insurance as a Percentage of GDP] [URL: https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/VAPGDPFI]
Tech firms are thinking about becoming banks because, like Willie Sutton, they know that’s where the money is.
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What are some unique tips and tricks for improving productivity? | I went from being a high-level procrastinator who would put things off until the very last minute to being an action taker who gets things done every day even if I’m afraid of taking action or doubting myself and feeling like shit.
Here’s what led to this shift:
You don’t need motivation. You need momentum.
And how do you gain momentum?
By taking action and getting things done the right way.
It’s like a flywheel.
At first it’s going to be slow and tedious and you will experience setbacks but the speed gradually increases to the point where it’s unstoppable if you keep spinning that wheel.
Think the same way about building your life and productivity.
When you stagnate and procrastinate, the wheel is going to slow down and eventually stop again.
When you just start, practice high quality habits and consistently take the right actions on the other hand, it compounds into so much momentum that growth seems to happen by itself.
Clearly define you goals, vision of the future or purpose, reverse engineer to the present moment and then think of baby steps you can take right now and every day to get closer to this vision, to the achievement of your goals.
Because once your mind is set on a specific outcome you want to achieve and that’s in alignment with your desires, your mind begins to open to new possibilites and perspectives you hadn’t considered before.
The desire to take action will naturally arise when you do this. Because why wouldn’t you want to be successful and achieve your dreams?
Drop the perfectionism.
If you can choose between perfectionism and something imperfect, pick the imperfect.
Because that’s a whole lot better than putting off yet another task and allowing your fears and excuses to compound into a downward spiral of stagnation.
You will get better and learn along the way as you take action and remain open-minded.
Besides, we come across as fake, artifical and inauthentic when we try too hard to be perfect. People generally don’t like that.
Your imperfections are going to be the things that people resonate with the most.
Remind yourself of the opportunity cost
Reflect deeply on what not being productive and not taking action is really costing you.
Think of all the potential opportunities you’re going to miss and never have a chance to get again if you remain the same.
The people, the mental/emotional/physical health, the money, the trust, the respect, the success, the fulfillment and the energy you’re going to lose.
Because the opportunities we have aren’t always going to be there. That’s why they are called opportunities.
It’s up to us to seize them when they present themselves to us.
Right now you still have a chance to milk those opportunities like a cow.
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How can I download magazines for free on the Internet? | There are several great websites for free books. Some popular options include
1. Project Gutenberg ([LINKED_TEXT: http://www.gutenberg.org] [URL: http://www.gutenberg.org/]): Offering over 60,000 free eBooks, Project Gutenberg provides a wide range of classic literature that is in the public domain.
2. Open Library ([LINKED_TEXT: Welcome to Open Library] [URL: http://openlibrary.org/]): With a mission to provide a webpage for every book ever published, Open Library offers an extensive collection of free eBooks that you can borrow and read online.
3. ManyBooks ([LINKED_TEXT: 50,000+ Free eBooks in the Genres you Love] [URL: http://www.manybooks.net/]): ManyBooks offers over 50,000 free eBooks in various genres, making it easy to find and download books in formats compatible with e-readers, tablets, and smartphones.
4. Librivox ([LINKED_TEXT: free public domain audiobooks] [URL: http://librivox.org/]): If you prefer audiobooks, Librivox provides a vast library of free public domain audiobooks, all read by volunteers.
5. BookBub ([LINKED_TEXT: Get ebook deals, handpicked recommendations, and author updates] [URL: http://www.bookbub.com/]): While BookBub is not primarily a free book website, it does offer deals and promotions on eBooks, including many discounted and occasionally free titles.
Note: These websites offer a mix of public domain works and books authorized for free distribution, so it is always a good idea to check the copyright status of the book you are interested in before downloading from any website.
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What is the advantage of eSIM over a normal SIM? | There are plenty of benefits when one starts using eSIMs over traditional SIM cards.
Some of them are as follows -
A user will be able to change the operator for their Smartphone or their mobile devices remotely as they would not need to procure a new SIM card from their preferred network operator. eSIMs are perfect for people who often fly out of their home country. With eSIMs on their side, these frequent flyers can change operators on the fly, literally!eSIMs also allow users who prefer all of their mobile devices such as their wearables, tablets and the likes to have internet connectivity via mobile networks. Mobile devices traditionally enjoy internet connectivity via Wi-Fi but with eSIM technology from revered service providers, these portable devices will remain secure even when they are online.
[LINKED_TEXT: eSIM solutions] [URL: https://www.workz.com/eSIM-and-SIM/management/] are also ideal for businesses who offer mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets, Chromebooks and smartwatches to their employees. Instead of opting for countless SIM cards, opting for eSIM services is more convenient in terms of logistics.
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Is there a way to permanently delete files on a computer where even the FBI can't find the info? | Yes.
Many answers are kind of funny but they reference destroying the media and not the message.
I don't know if any of those people actually worked in computer hardware storage design, but I did. and there is no magical way to recover data that's actually erased from a spinning disk drive.
there's a difference between Delete and Erase
in most systems, deleting a file means the file name in the directory is marked with a special flag to say the file is "deleted". But it's not, only the pointer is changed to put the file in another location, sometimes called a recycle bin. The files storage block on the disk are not yet released, and the file is basically easily recovered.
when the recycle bin is emptied the flagged file name is removed and the files storage blocks are released to be reused, but the file still exists and is easy to recover. As the computer is used more some of those storage blocks will get RE used, and those sections of the file are Erased, gone and unrecoverable.
Instead of deleting, a program like CleanDisk opens the file with R/W access and actually overwrites the bit in the file with patterns of ones and zeros. The original data is gone. Really gone. But a Sniffer program can detect the pattern and determine that a file was erased. So the Sniffer will start to look elsewhere in the computer and try to find an earlier version of the file, or, remnants of the file from a defrag operation.
when a file is overwritten with real but random text or picture data it's not recoverable
modern drives that have very precise tracking of the read/write head, there are no side channels of hidden data. If you really run an Erase disk program, and follow the directions, the data is really really gone.
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Would Hillary Clinton have made a better President than Donald J Trump? | HELL, NO!
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Why aren't Macs being built with touch screens? | They will be built with touch screens when Apple figures out how to make them better than the current systems on the market. This has been the same with all of Apple’s products where they entered a market where there were already products doing the same thing. Right now, I don’t want a touch screen Mac. I hate having finger prints on my display and there is not functional advantage for me right now. My Magic Trackpad provides me with my touch interface.
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Which pitcher had the most effective fastball in MLB history? | Some good answers already here, but they do not yet include (NYY) Mariano Rivera's cut fastball (aka “Cutter”). That amount of movement in a fastball is insane. It paved the path for pitchers today to master fastballs that move. You can not beat major leagues best hitters on velocity alone.
That one pitch alone made him one of the most dominant relievers of all time. Everyone knew it was coming and they never figured out how to hit it for his entire career. He's got the World Series Rings and broken bats to prove it…
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What's the best thing I can do as a 15 year old? | Be happy
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How does one get officially married if they don’t believe in God? Would you still have to have a priest? | l do know this: If you want to get married without involving a priest, in many places within the United States you can get civilly married at the local Justice of the Peace.
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Why does a short circuit pop a breaker (in simple terms)? | The simple term is “heat”. A current going through a resistor generates heat. Too much current leads to too much heat. That resistor can be of the form the other answers talk about. A metal compound bends (for example) because of heat, and it causes the connection to open up (pops the breaker).
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How can I learn a dance? I have been trying, but I can't learn any dance. I mainly want to learn hip hop and K-pop dances. | There are so many dance genres in the world that sometimes it makes you feel drained even before onboarding on a dance journey. Just pulling your leg! Dance is perhaps one of the best activities that can never make you tired. If you are a beginner and still unsure which dance form to choose, worry not. Here, mention [LINKED_TEXT: different dance forms] [URL: https://www.piggyride.com/blog/10-best-dance-options-for-kids-in-2022/] that can make you understand all by yourself which is best for you.
Different Types Of Dance Forms
1) Indian Classical Dance
India has numerous dance forms that symbolise different parts of the country. You can explore Kathak, Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, Manipuri, Sattriya, Kuchipudi, Odissi and Mohiniyattam, which is a lot of exploration.
Not only that but also, these Indian Classical Dance can provide you with a balanced lifestyle, help in developing peace of mind & focus, and above all, boost your fitness & health.
2) Hip-Hop Dance
Hip-hop is the best option for people looking for an entertaining & energetic dance style. This type of dance requires a lot of body awareness to move body parts in the perfect rhythm of the beats.
When you start practising hip-hop regularly, the process allows you to indulge in the physical activity your body needs. It works as anxiety relief and a great source of fun.
3) Contemporary Dance
Contemporary dance is a perfect amalgamation of modern jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. This dance will allow you to connect your mind with the body and make your movements more flexible to follow the commands with ease. Since it is a mixture of various dance forms, it can be challenging for a few people but equally rewarding for real dance lovers.
Contemporary dance is a great way to enhance your creative thinking and physical skills, it can work as a stress reliever and improve your overall health to attain better and perfect results in the future.
4) Ballet Dance
Ballet dance is an art form, created by the unique movement of the human body. It is a theatrical dance form, which is performed on a stage in front of an audience, using varied set costumes, lighting and scenic design. Ballet dance tells a story or concept during the performance.
Ballet dance has some intricate dance moves, which is why it is advisable to start learning it as early as possible. But if you are passionate about ballet dance later in life, you can start practising with the help of professionals to provide proper guidance and support.
With regular practising, you will develop strong muscles, gain tremendous self-confidence and comprehend better ways to eat nutritious food and stay healthy.
5) Freestyle Dance Classes
Freestyle dancing provides the freedom to discover your own versions of varied dance moves. It is the best dance style for beginners as it offers flexible rules, unlike any other western dance form.
Freestyle dance will help improve your body language and boost your self-confidence.
Undeniably, excelling at one dance style requires years of practice. But to become proficient in varied dance forms, might take less of your time and can be beneficial for you in the future.
Visit PiggyRide to browse [LINKED_TEXT: different dance forms] [URL: https://www.piggyride.com/blog/10-best-dance-options-for-kids-in-2022/] for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced learners to become dancing pros in the future.
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My friend stole a Steam card and it wasn't scanned at the till. Is that why it's not working? It says invalid code. | Another question to fix, yay “I stole a Steam card and it wasn’t scanned at the till, I am a criminal, please help me make this thing work, it says invalid code.” Der ya goes.
NO
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Time doesn't exist for a photon, but do sequences of events exist in a photon? | Time doesn't exist for a photon,
This turns out not to be the case. It would be true for photons moving in space at exactly [math]c[/math], which is defined as the speed of light in a perfect vacuum. But a perfect vacuum is impossible. In the deepest, darkest intergalactic voids there are still a few atoms, and large numbers of neutrinos and photons passing through, plus virtual particles. So light always travels slower than [math]c[/math].
It further turns out that we can measure this effect. Gamma rays from a recently observed kilonova (the merger of two closely orbiting neutron stars) arrived 1.7 seconds after the gravitational waves, over hundreds of millions of light years.
That is impressively close to c, but definitely, positively, absolutely less than c. So time does pass for photons.
but do sequences of events exist in a photon?
So, yes. They can be reflected, refracted, bent by gravity, but in intergalactic space they mostly increase steadily in wavelength.
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What is your opinion of Adam Schiff presenting indisputable evidence that the Trump campaign did in fact collude with Russia and criticising the GOP? | Adam Schiff was lying. I could tell because his lips were moving.
Seriously though, he did say that he had concrete evidence. The fact that this evidence was never produced by him or anyone else is proof that he was lying to us about it.
I imagine that we’ll get his apology any day now…..
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What is the weirdest object you've ever found? | On a trail ride on a cattle ranch in California, about 75 miles inland, we found 2 intact Salmon egg sacs in the grass near a watering trough and one sac in the trough, each about 8 inches long. The grass was only a little disturbed. Did some bird drag a salmon inland but from where? Long time 60+ yrs, Rancher had never seen it either and has no knowledge of a water source that she feels could support salmon….a mystery.
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If suppose I want to live in the forest just like Sri Rama lived in the forest for 14 years, then which forest to choose in India? | It seems a fascinating idea for some - to live in jungle like Lord Ram.
However it’s not easy, its not recommended and it’s not required.
I will explain how. ( I am assuming that you want to do so for progressing in spiritual life).
Its not easy: Of course there are people living in forests even now. However most of their life is not secluded from modern civilization, except for few as found in Andaman- Nicobar islands. Most of them stay in their own society and they need each other. There are rare sages who are even now living in forests of Himalaya, but they also have some mystic power by which they are able to survive there. There are dangers from wild animals as well. In Tretayuga, there were many fruit bearing trees in forests, which is rare now. Hence to live a life like sage in forests is not easy these days.
Its not recommended and it’s not required- In Kaliyuga, people have got a small life-span, little memory, poor health etc. Hence prescribed method for self realization is made very easy for them- just by performing Harinam-Sankirtan one can perfect one’s life. And this can be done in cities also, no need to go to forests. Rather its better to live with other devotees and practice bhakti.
However, in case you are bent upon doing what you want, then I think Himalaya is one of the forests as an option. However, you are at your own risks in terms of -wild animals, hardships of forest-life, shortage of food, dacoits ans thieves, and finally the thugs who pose themselves as sadhus and cheat.
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What’s the point of the British guards (red suits and black hats)? Are they actually trained to take down threats? What weapons do they have? | What's the point?
The Household Division (The Royal Household) are divided into 2 separate entities, Infantry and Mounted.
Infantry are Coldstream, Grenadier, Irish, Scots and Welsh Guards.
Mounted are the Blues and Royals and the Lifeguards.
They all take on 3 roles, Royal duties, ceremonial and additionally the Guards take Infantry roles in operations. The Mounted Regiments assume similar roles, however, for Royal and Ceremonial duties many of them are Mounted on horseback, they are all trained in armoured roles , armoured vehicles, driving, gunners, loaders, signals etc. Historically they had their own farriers, not too sure about now? I am not 100% sure, I am happy to be corrected, but I believe the Mounted dutyman, horseback, is now a specialised role and they do that more or less full time?
As the name suggests, they are the Premier Regiments to protect the Sovereign, they take their duties VERY seriously,, try approaching somewhere you shouldn't and see what happens. Even their foot drill is modified so that when on Royal duties they never turn their back on the Royal residence, Buckingham Palace or Windsor Castle normally.
In recent years due to the army becoming smaller in manpower, due to improved weaponry ,so less need for as many troops, and the various Regiments being “on Ops” , training for Ops or other commitments, other Units have done rotations at these locations, and in addition the RN and RAF have completed rotations there.
They are highly skilled, highly trained, highly disciplined and very good at their jobs, whether that be protecting HM , entertaining the tourists or in battle.
My Grandfather was a WWI Irish Guards (The Micks) RSM, his son, my Uncle was SSM in the 50s. I heard off them what life was like as a Mounted dutyman in the Lifeguards, which I had shown interest in, I had foolishly thought that “some other guys” took care of their uniform, horses etc…No, they spend more time grooming , feeding, mucking out , polishing tack than they do on their own, which must all be pristine, even missing out on sleep and meals to achieve the standards required, which believe me are bloody high !
BTW , Blues and Royals wear Blue tunics not red.
As for weapons exactly the same as others in a similar role, mortar, anti tank, machine guns, personal weapons. The HC armoured Regiment nowadays use mainly Ahax armoured vehicle . They used to be heavily used in reconnaissance roles.
That's the point of the Household Division .
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What are the hardest or most valuable lessons investors learn as they become more experienced? | Excellent question. I suggest that you read the market wizards series to learn the mistakes that great investors made.
Personally, my hardest/ most valuable lesson was cutting losses. When I had no idea what I was doing, I would double down and lose even more trying to catch a falling knife. I lost a lot specially when Russia crashed with the Ukranian invasion and when oil price crashed. Both times, I doubled down and man, did I blow a hole in my portfolio.
Another lesson that I have learned is to not do nothing. Often as investors, we want action and excitement but as Buffett says investment should be boring not a casino. So learning to do nothing is also a lesson that I have learned.
Finally, I have learned to be humble. Before I was proud that I made good trades, in fact, I made two trades that made more than 30% within two-three months (the firms got taken over). However, looking back, I realize that I was just quite lucky. Now I listen to the market. I don’t say I am good because I am not. I am just an investor who tries to be disciplined and learn everyday. So the market really taught me to be humble by reversing my investment thesis and showing abnormal behaviors. I respect the markets and the market is always right.
To learn more investing lessons, see
[LINKED_TEXT: Interviews With Top Traders: Jack D. Schwager: 9781118273050: Amazon.com: Books] [URL: http://amzn.to/2c5xIzI]
[LINKED_TEXT: Lessons from the Greatest Traders: Jack D. Schwager: 9781118858691: Amazon.com: Books] [URL: http://amzn.to/2bN4RiG]
[LINKED_TEXT: The Most Important Thing Illuminated: Uncommon Sense for the Thoughtful Investor (Columbia Business School Publishing): Howard Marks, Paul Johnson, Bruce C. Greenwald: 9780231162845: Amazon.com: Books] [URL: http://amzn.to/2c5zi4w]
Also, see Value Walk’s page about great investors
[LINKED_TEXT: Warren Buffett Resource Page - ValueWalk] [URL: http://www.valuewalk.com/warren-buffett/]
[LINKED_TEXT: Jesse Livermore Resource Page - ValueWalk] [URL: http://www.valuewalk.com/jesse-lauriston-livermore-resource-page/]
[LINKED_TEXT: John Templeton Resource Page: Bio, Investment Philosophy, - ValueWalk] [URL: http://www.valuewalk.com/john-templeton/]
[LINKED_TEXT: Mario Gabelli's Bio, Videos, Quotes - Resource Page - ValueWalk] [URL: http://www.valuewalk.com/mario-gabelli-bio-videos-quotes/]
[LINKED_TEXT: Joel Greenblatt Resource Page: Bio, Books, Quotes, Interviews, Videos - ValueWalk] [URL: http://www.valuewalk.com/joel-greenblatt-resource-page-bio-books-quotes-interviews-videos/]
Happy investing :D
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Can stress damage your brain? | By not allowing a person to think clearly.
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Is the Indian economy going to hit a recession in the coming months? | We don’t often see economic shifts like the ones we’ve had in early 2022.
Throughout the pandemic, the Fed kept interest rates near zero, so liquidity was high. The stock market saw some artificial surges. This, and the fact that it was impossible to leave home safely, enabled people to spend a lot more money than they normally would on goods (think $500 air fryers).
But as COVID-19 recedes into the background, a whole new slew of economic challenges may be on the horizon.
The war in Ukraine has put incredible pressure on commodities and is driving more inflation. To combat this, the Fed has begun hiking interest rates, making capital less affordable. The housing market, which saw record levels of volume during the pandemic, is finally seeing slowdowns in both refinances and purchases.
These aren’t the kinds of problems that get solved overnight.
If the U.S.’s last significant period of inflation—the early 1980s—is any indication, we could be in store for a lengthy recalibration (that took about two years). And just like last time, there will be winners, and there will be losers.
Who might thrive?
Consumer staples. People buy things like toothpaste, paper towels, and razor blades regardless of the economic climate. In tough times, necessities become priority #1. Remember COVID hoarding? I doubt if we’ll see that level of anxiety-toilet-paper-buying again, but we’ll see a similar instinct spread out over a much longer period of time.Low-cost, high-margin products. Low cost and high margin is usually a recipe for success. In times like these, it’s a recipe for survival. Most companies will see rising commodity costs eat into their margins. But the companies with the most COGS (cost of goods sold) padding will absorb the shock.Products that aren’t hit hard by commodity price spikes. The less a company depends on scarce commodities, the more easily it can weather a commodity-related storm. (Fortunately, Hydros falls into this category. We use some stainless steel mesh in our filters, but that’s a relatively minor expense.)
If you rely heavily on things like metals, oil, and/or microchips, you’ll have a very tough time making it through two years of contraction.
The other side is that while your manufacturing costs soar, your market will shrink. I’ve already seen certain brands drastically reduce their prices to try and hold onto their consumer bases. That kind of fix may work for a little while, but not for the long term.Mass-market products. Something like Kleenex is essentially consumer DNA. It’s priced in such a way that most people can buy it without a second thought. If your system is geared to this level of spending power, you’ll be fine.Experiential products and services. People are ready to get out of the house. They’ll be interested in going to movies, staying in hotels, having experiences, renting Airbnbs, and so on. They might also be buying more cosmetic products and clothing as they spend more time out and about.
Who might suffer?
Nice-to-haves. The Peloton saga is a perfect illustration. The pandemic turned Peloton into a phenomenon. Demand spiked, so they overbuilt their supply chain, amassed too much inventory, hired lots of people, raised a bunch of money, scaled up, and then cratered when vaccines started circulating.
Not only was Peloton geared to pandemic-driven demands, but it’s too expensive to sustain a broad market. As people tighten up their belts, spending thousands of dollars on bikes, shoes, and membership fees just isn’t feasible.Mid-market products. In other words, the space between ultra-high-end and mass-market products. Very wealthy people don’t change their spending habits very much, insulating the products at the tippy top of the food chain. And necessities, as we’ve seen, have evergreen value.
It’s the products in between that really hurt. Indulgences like $200 digital picture frames or $700 smart ovens. Things that the super-elite aren’t buying (or have already bought) and middle-class people and below can’t afford right now.
Nobody likes economic contraction, especially products built to survive in a super-liquid economic climate. But contractions are part of life, and after a period of difficulty, markets generally rebound.
If there’s a silver lining, it’s that hard times show you which companies are truly solid. If my vision is right, and recovery is a multi-year process, look who’s still standing at that point. It’ll be a good indication of actual value.
My advice to any business operators whose companies fall under the “who might suffer” heading is this: cut or defer any costs you can, consider letting go any nonessential employees, and prioritize any essential parts of cash flow.
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People say that I shouldn't give Parle G to stray dogs. So, what should I give them to eat? I feed like 4-5 of them once/twice a week, need some recommendations? | Ancestors of dogs and wolves are same, this means there digestive system was more Carnivores. Now they can digest most of the veg food but they are unable to digest suger and milk (milk contain lactose, a form of Suger). Parle G contain high amount of Suger.
Now if you want to feed them cheap and easily available food other than packaged dog food (Pedigree purepet etc). Here is the list
Eggs- we know that there are easily available and cheap. Please boil them properly.Chapati with buttermilk - make sure you don't add salt or suger in buttermilk or curdFruits and vegetables (except grapes and onion) - Sometimes i give potatoes to dogs. You can boil them, make sure you wash potatoes if you provide raw potatoes to them. You can also give some other cheap vegetables like carrot, tomatoes (without seeds), cauliflower, cabbage etc
All of above items will not burn hole in your pocket and you can do this great job without hurting them.
Summers are here, make sure to put a bowl full of water in front of your house
Good Luck!
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What are some arguments I can make to fight a fire hydrant ticket? The hydrant was blue and I thought it was a paranoid homeowner who installed a private fire hydrant for his own use. There were no red lines or signs saying no parking. | OK. So you are essentially going into court and testify under oath that you are actually THAT stupid. I don’t think I would want an official public record stating that!
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How can I lose 10 pounds in 3 weeks without exercising? | Losing weight in a healthy and sustainable way involves a combination of factors:
1. Balanced diet: Focus on whole foods, plenty of vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Avoid sugary and processed foods.
2. Portion control: Be mindful of your portion sizes to prevent overeating.
3. Regular exercise: Incorporate both cardio and strength training exercises into your routine.
4. Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help with digestion and curb hunger.
5. Get enough sleep: Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep per night to support weight loss and overall well-being.
6. Manage stress: Stress can lead to overeating, so practice relaxation techniques like meditation or yoga.
7. Be patient: Weight loss takes time, and crash diets can be harmful. Focus on long-term changes.
Remember to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any weight loss program, especially if you have any underlying health. Read more
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Can an AI identify a bot and a human? | In theory, AI should be able to identify the difference between a human and a bot, given that the bot in question is rule-based and not smart enough to answer randomly, improvise answers, and/or create personalized interactions. Especially some verbal bots (verbots) are designed to eliminate cacophony and distinguish the owner’s (human’s) voice. However, if both the verbots/chatbots are ‘intelligent’ and NLP-enabled, it is hard for either of them to decipher human intervention.
A bot infused with AI, NLP, and ML capabilities is almost as good as a human operator - capable of remembering names, addresses, preferences, and understanding the intent of the messages. Such a bot acts as a ‘virtual assistant’ taking over the job a personal sales (or any other domain) representative. It has a personality, can talk empathetically, and weave conversations exactly like a human would do.
The predecessor versions that followed a menu/button algorithm were rule-based and could be easily detected. They had limited training databases and could not ‘think on their own’. These were the chatbots plagued with “I don’t understand what you are saying” cases that resorted to answering static FAQs/basic queries.
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Why is butter, rather than the healthier margarine, served in restaurants? | Presumably because the restaurants believe it's what their customers want. On the other hand, I wouldn't be surprised to learn that their suppliers have an arrangement or a volume discount with dairy conglomerates.
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Is reservation keeping casteism alive in India? | In my opinion, reservation serves the interests of the ruling class by giving them the access to vote banks and also divides the voters on the caste lines. This means these voters can not come on the same platforms to force the ruling class to augment the capacity to absorb all and make the reservation a non-issue. It just can not be for eternity and if does it will only generate the counter productive impact on the society.
I have no question on the provisions article 16(4). That is to say I support positive intervention for socially and educationally backwards. However, this "opinion of the state" leaves a room for vote bank politics. On the other hands the state is reducing public expenditure in education by allowing more and more private schools and colleges and thereby reserving seats for economically rich OBCs as the businesses, commerce and trades are mostly dominated by OBCs? And what the OBCs do to annihilate the caste? Do these OBCs not discriminate with lower castes in the caste hierarchy within the OBCs? I know while most riots are scripted by the uppercastes but who execute the plan on the ground?
How does the reservation in its current form does not "defeat the purpose"? And what is this representation in services? There are 3743 (according to Mandal Commission) - the state does not have as many jobs to give representation to each of these listed castes?
Unless and until this tendency to accommodate groups on the basis of the vote banks is discouraged, this clamour for free lunch will drive our politics.
Social inequality falls into two categories, the sort that is traceable to human convention, and that attributable to nature or natural necessity. We first have to differentiate between the two? But is anyone really interested? I don’t think so
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How can I improve my Quora writing skills? | By asking wherever you think you need help. Someone will definitely clear your doubts. That way you will not just learn but you will be accurate.
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Could the creators of Crysis have made the graphics even better in 2007? | As far as I remember, Crysis was one of the most resource-heavy games of its time. You wouldn’t get a decent FPS without a high-end computer. So probably if they’d made their graphics “even better”, it would not run on enough devices to make its sales profitable.
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Why aren't bullets sharp? | Short answer:
They don't need to be.
There are two 'types' of firearms to consider.
pistols - example 9mm 120 grain bullet going 1300 ft/s, 450 ft-lbfrifle - example .308 185 grain bullet going 2510 ft/s, 2,588 ft·lbf
They have two different intended uses.
The pistol generally is a short range weapon at a "slow" speed. The drag induced by air on the bullet over the designed range is minimal. These bullets do not suffer significant aerodynamic losses.
The rifle is a longer range weapon. When shooting beyond a few hundred yards drag (coefficient) of the bullet does matter. These bullets are generally pointy, or spitz type bullets. The pointyness of the bullet becomes irrelevant upon impact. Sharp might decrease the drag component slightly; however, if it was damaged easily, that would throw the point of impact to an unreliable location.
Heavy game and armor piercing bullets don't use the point to accomplish penetration, they use the internal makeup of the bullet.
Typical military green tip ammo has some steel in it's core to defeat body armor at a distance close up it is not needed. Most rifle rounds can easily defeat typical body armor without a sharp point or a steel core.
Dangerous game ammo, for example African Buffalo hunting may pick a flat tipped solid copper bullet. Actual bullet selection is complicated and based on your weapon, your prey, distance of the shot, and what your desired outcome is.
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Which smartphone is best for middle class people? | redmi and realme
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My son gets a slip home every day from his teacher that needs to be signed because he gets in trouble. Should I sit in on his class for a day? | No. Spank his bare ass until his attitude improves.
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How do I start a successful YouTube channel and become a YouTuber? | Recently I heard abouta training program that provides you with ongoing coaching and support similarto mentoring by two successful YouTubers that have over 380k and 400ksubscribers.
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What is it like to be in a mental hospital for depression? | I hated it. I was first hospitalized at age 12. I was last hospitalized a month ago. It was 6 times total over the last 4 years. I was terrified. I was there because I wanted to die, so I thought they would take me away from my family because they couldn't keep me safe. The other kids terrified me. It's like that each time. Everytime I go, I get a different diagnosis so I'm scared they don't know what they are doing. Over the years I have been diagnosed with Psychosis NOS, OCD, PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar, and chronic depression. And there are probably others. It's just a scary time because your away from your family.
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Why are modern Iranians lighter than ancient Iranians, when both are Persians? | How do you know Iranians used to be darker in ancient time? Have you been there or something?
And who said we are from India?
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If an atheist doesn't believe in God, do they also not believe in Satan? | Satan goes with God. So, I do not believe in Satan.
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What TV series are worth watching? | I’M GONNA KEEP IT SHORT AND STRAIGHT TO THE POINT. YOU HAVE TO WATCH THESE:
F9
Grown ups 1&2
The gray man
Uncharted
Top gun: Maverick
Shazam!
Knives out
The batman
Mean girls
Think like a man
I know they’re not really series, but I included them because most of them have a lot of sequels and prequels.
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Why are people able to get up on time and work hard for other people but struggle with doing it/working for themselves? | Thanks for requesting my answer.
People aren’t all built the same. But during the Industrial Revolution, the idea of cooperative enterprise became an ideal, and so to be a part of the team you had to rise and sleep with the rest of the team. And though people didn’t complain as much, it was still a problem. The problem at the time was gas lights outside on the streets.
The problem today is light. We have light all over the place, flashing and imposing on us from every direction—especially in the cities. Combined with our natural circadian rhythms, the light pollution interferes with the sleep patterns of those whose natural rhythms would put them into a more nocturnal role. We don’t sleep enough. And when we sleep, we don’t rest because the light is telling our bodies that it’s time to avoid daytime predators—sleep isn’t wise!
And even though we don’t really have to worry about those in our time, those reactions are built into the animal part of us—the human.
We’ve invented blindfolds and earplugs. They sometimes help, but they can also cause other issues. There isn’t a perfect solution, other than blacking out the light with curtains or encouraging less light pollution (ideally, both).
But we should also get more sleep. Rather than staying awake half the night watching Netflix (or whatever we do), we should get sleep. Sleep is the problem. Sleep is the solution. We need the resting part of that, which takes 4–6 hours to begin, and requires another 2–4 hours to complete.
But oh, those videos! That TV! And someone on the internet is WRONG! Seriously, put those things aside. Get the rest you need. Accept that being bored is productive rest time. And go to bed.
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How do you calculate | One quick way to calculate 1+2+3+4+5+6+7+8+9+10 is to use the formula for the sum of an arithmetic series.
The sum of the first n integers is equal to n(n+1)/2.Therefore, 1+2+3+4+5+6+7+8+9+10 = 10(10+1)/2 = 10*11/2 = 55
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What are the must-have iPhone apps? Why? | The must-have iPhone apps can vary depending on personal preferences and needs, but here are some of the popular apps that many iPhone users find useful:
Google Maps - Provides accurate navigation and real-time traffic updates, making it a must-have app for travelers and commuters.Spotify - Allows users to listen to millions of songs and create personalized playlists. It's perfect for music lovers and those who want to discover new artists.Instagram - A social media app that allows users to share photos and videos with friends and followers. It's great for staying connected with loved ones and discovering new content.WhatsApp - A messaging app that allows users to send text messages, voice messages, and make voice and video calls. It's perfect for staying in touch with friends and family members who live far away.Dropbox - A cloud storage service that allows users to store and share files across multiple devices. It's great for those who need to access files on the go or collaborate on projects with others.Headspace - A meditation app that provides guided meditations and mindfulness exercises. It's perfect for those who want to reduce stress and improve their mental health.MyFitnessPal - A fitness and nutrition app that allows users to track their meals and exercise. It's great for those who want to maintain a healthy lifestyle and stay on top of their fitness goals.Kindle - An e-reader app that allows users to access a vast library of books and read them on their phone. It's perfect for avid readers who want to carry their favorite books with them wherever they go.Uber - A ride-sharing app that allows users to request a ride and track their driver in real-time. It's perfect for those who don't have a car or need a ride home after a night out.Duolingo - A language-learning app that provides fun and interactive lessons in multiple languages. It's great for those who want to learn a new language or improve their language skills.
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How is it that the Turkish economy is not collapsing while the Turkish lira is losing value? Why is there no economic crisis in Turkey? | Turkish central bank should investigate sell price and buy price in FX in each bank all over the world. It can be a kind of financial terrorism… there is a huge price gap between sell and buy prices, and it causes the recent lira depreciation. Accordingly, there is no law regulation for such issue so far..it is dangerous.
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Having at 62, I have no pension. I haven’t payed enough in for old age pension and I am alone. What will I do? I work a few hours, have no savings, and live week to week. I live in Britain. | You'll still be able to get basic State Pension and you may be able to get other help from the state, for example help to pay your rent or council tax.
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Which Oscars had the toughest competition for the best actor? | In my opinion it would be the 1990 awards, the five nominees were.
[LINKED_TEXT: Daniel Day-Lewis - IMDb] [URL: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000358/?ref_=ev_nom]. The eventual winner for his role in [LINKED_TEXT: My Left Foot (1989) - IMDb] [URL: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097937/?ref_=ev_nom].
[LINKED_TEXT: Tom Cruise - IMDb] [URL: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000129/?ref_=ev_nom]. Another wheelchair bound character, Cruise was nominated for [LINKED_TEXT: Born on the Fourth of July (1989) - IMDb.] [URL: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096969/?ref_=ev_nom]
[LINKED_TEXT: Morgan Freeman - IMDb] [URL: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000151/?ref_=ev_nom]. Nominated for [LINKED_TEXT: Driving Miss Daisy (1989) - IMDb] [URL: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097239/?ref_=ev_nom], I would have placed him bottom of the list, only because I love the other four movies more.
[LINKED_TEXT: Kenneth Branagh - IMDb] [URL: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000110/?ref_=ev_nom]. Played the title role in [LINKED_TEXT: Henry V (1989) - IMDb] [URL: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097499/?ref_=ev_nom], he also got a Best Director nomination for this movie, but he did not win that either.
[LINKED_TEXT: Robin Williams - IMDb] [URL: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000245/?ref_=ev_nom]. He was a talented comedic actor, but I much preferred his dramatic works, one of my favourites is [LINKED_TEXT: Dead Poets Society (1989) - IMDb] [URL: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097165/?ref_=ev_nom].
Any other year, I could see Cruise getting the nod, but Daniel-Day Lewis was the deserved winner, who went the extra mile. He stayed in the wheel chair throughout filming, being carried in it to and from the set, he even went to restaurants in it.
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What are your choices of preference in NEET 2022 counseling? | So its my first answer on quora my score is 665 and all india rank 1993 (obc category)
After lots of research which only confuses you,
my list is as follow..
1)aiims delhi
2 )aiims bhopal
3)aiims jodhpur
4)aiims nagpur
5)aiims raipur
6)aiims patna
7)ims bhu
Thats it probably get aiims nagpur because last year it closed at 2700 rank
You will not find any state colleges in my list because there is lots of comparision between state top colleges and aiims but i have only one solid point that if fees is your issue (in my case it is )always go for aiims because no other college could provide you better facility at lowest fees..
Thanks for reading this
Any suggestion are always welcome..
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How do you open a zip file on a Mac? | Follow these steps to open zip files on Mac:
Click the Unzip button.From the drop down menu, choose to unzip your files to this Mac, iCloud Drive, Dropbox or Google Drive.A "Finder style" window will open. ...Choose to unzip the Entire Zip file or Selected Items. ...Another option is to click the New Folder button.
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What kind of food do people from the UK eat that is considered an acquired taste to the rest of the world? | What kind of foods do people from the UK eat that is considered an acquired taste to the rest of the world?
There are a variety of pub snacks that were sold by people in a basket that sometimes need explaining. A guy walks into the bar in a white jacket to sell sea food. Much of these are preserved items like bowls of fresh or pickles cockles, whelks, prawns and … jellied eels. You will get a cocktail stick for the things in the shells, a fork for the rest and probably a bit of lemon juice of vinegar.
Pork pies, cold pork pies are amazing. Bit of pickle and a pint and you’re doing well. Scotch egg is a similar experience. But speaking of eggs, the pickled egg. These are sometimes on old fashioned wooden bars and work well with a bag of crisps, think of Lays chips for our US cousins.
A quick cheese and onion bun or a corned beef and pickle bun are also simple bar snacks for real boozy bars.
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