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Rosenfeld and Rosenberg chose a single charity, the Hebrew Relief Association of Chicago, whose project for a three-story, 60-bed Jewish hospital had long been a priority for city’s Jewish community. The gift—a little more than $4.9 million in today’s dollars—came with just two conditions: that the hospital be named after Michael Reese and that it welcome everyone, regardless of creed or nationality.
On October 23, 1881, the new Michael Reese Hospital opened its doors. It had been built to relieve suffering—to meet the basic human need for care in times of illness or injury. Yet almost from the start, it would also help revolutionize the practice of medicine in the U.S.
The hospital had been born in an age of explosive growth in scientific theory and research, much of it taking place in European universities. Reese physicians—many of whom had trained at those universities—not only followed these developments but grasped their significance for care. With the support of hospital administrators and committed donors, doctors at Reese began using new knowledge to improve treatment, procedures, training, and even equipment. They adopted scientific methods to study health at the level of the patient and of the population, and they assessed the outcomes of each new standard of care they established.
With each decade, the Reese tradition of improving treatment through science-based innovation grew, as did the hospital’s size and reputation. At its closing, the Reese complex included 2,400 beds and 29 buildings dedicated to patient care, research, and training.
The impact of the Reese tradition was acknowledged as early as 1955, when Time magazine noted “Everybody on Chicago’s South Side—and in United States Medicine—knows what Michael Reese is: a first rate hospital center that treats countless charity cases as well as paying patients.”


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|Frozen whole kernel corn||1/2 Cup (8 tbs) , thawed (From A 1 Pound Bag)|
|Green onions||4 Medium , chopped to make 1/4 cup|
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1. Prepare two cookie sheets. Prepare one by lining it with waxed paper and the other by spraying it with a cooking spray.
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Serving size Complete recipe
Calories 648Calories from Fat 121
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14 g21.5%
Saturated Fat 2 g10%
Trans Fat 0 g
Sodium 3576 mg149%
Total Carbohydrates 66 g22%
Dietary Fiber 8 g32%
Sugars 12 g
Protein 61 g122%
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
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Scripps Buys Lexington's WLEX-TV, 14 Other Stations
Cincinnati-based E.W. Scripps Co. grew to 51 TV stations in 36 markets with the purchase of 15 stations from Cordillera Communications today for $521 million.
WLEX-TV, the NBC affiliate in Lexington KY, is the closest to Scripps headquarters in downtown Cincinnati and flagship WCPO-TV. Most of the stations are in the south and west, according to Scripps' announcement today:
--KATC-TV, ABC affiliate in Lafayette, Louisiana.
--KRIS-TV, NBC affiliate, and KAJA-TV, a Telemundo affiliate, in Corpus Christi, Texas.
--KOAA-TV, NBC affiliate in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
--KSBY-TV, NBC affiliate in Santa Barbara-San Luis Obispo, Calif.
--KPAX-TV and KAJJ-TV, a CBS affiliate in Missoula, Montana.
--KTVQ-TV, CBS affiliate in Billings, Montana.
--KXLF/KBZK, CBS affiliate in Butte-Bozeman, Montana.
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mailing list for the GCC project.
Re: Can we speed up the gcc_target structure?
- From: Chris Lattner <sabre at nondot dot org>
- To: Richard Henderson <rth at redhat dot com>
- Cc: "Kaveh R. Ghazi" <ghazi at caip dot rutgers dot edu>,<ian at wasabisystems dot com>, <gcc at gcc dot gnu dot org>,"Joseph S. Myers" <jsm at polyomino dot org dot uk>
- Date: Sun, 18 Jan 2004 16:37:22 -0600 (CST)
- Subject: Re: Can we speed up the gcc_target structure?
Richard Henderson wrote:
> On Sun, Jan 18, 2004 at 09:14:14PM +0000, Joseph S. Myers wrote:
> > When --enable-intermodule is used, does (or should) the compiler
> > manage to detect which parts of the target structure are in fact
> > constant (even without constifying)?
LLVM is very good at this kind of stuff.
> However, that sort of optimization requires that you see the *entire*
> program, not just large parts of it, as with the current intermodule
> code. So I expect this sort of thing is relatively far away.
This is not really true. At some point, the structure needs to be marked
as having internal linkage. In LLVM, this is accomplished with the
"internalize" pass, which by default marks all symbols internal if the
linked program contains a main (ie, this does not happen for libraries).
This change enables a _lot_ of interprocedural optimizations that would
not be safe to perform otherwise. Of course the internalize pass can be
completely disabled, or enabled for a list of symbols as needed.
Note that it is quite possible that the user would like to run the
internalize pass _before_ the whole program is available, for example, to
prune the public symbols exposed by a library.
> One possibility is a switch that says "except for main, nothing
> outside these files reference any of the symbols herein defined."
> That might get you the same effect as whole-program optimization
> without having to have extra info about external runtime libraries.
This is _extremely_ dangerous, and in practice, cannot be done. A
compiler _very rarely_ has the entire program to analyze, and must
therefore be able to handle the fact that there is external code that can
access program structures (e.g., there can be precompiled libraries (ie,
libc, libm), dynamically loaded libraries (plugins), etc).
The nice thing about LLVM using the internalize pass is that if it is used
incorrectly, a program will not link. If you use a "whole program"
compiler incorrectly, it will be silently misoptimized, which IMHO is


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Malazan Book of the Fallen is a series of epic fantasy novels written by the Canadian author Steven Erikson. There are ten books in the series. It kicks off with Gardens of the Moon and concludes with The Crippled God. The series is very complex with a wide scope and presents the narratives of a large cast of characters spanning thousands of years across multiple continents.
The plot presents a complicated series of events in the world upon which the Malazan Empire is located. Each of the first five novels is relatively self-contained, in that each resolves its respective primary conflict; but many underlying characters and events are interwoven throughout the works of the series, binding it together. The series has received widespread critical acclaim. Reviewers praise the epic scope, plot complexity, and characterizations. This series is definitely well worth a read. So, check out our guide to the series here!
Reviews about Malazan Book Of The Fallen
“Erikson is an extraordinary writer. My advice to anyone who might listen to me is, Treat yourself to Gardens of the Moon. And my entirely selfish advice to Steven Erikson is, write faster.”
–Stephen R. Donaldson
“I stand slack-jawed in awe of The Malazan Book of the Fallen. This masterwork of imagination may be the high water mark of epic fantasy. This marathon of ambition has a depth and breadth and sense of vast reaches of inimical time unlike anything else available today. The Black Company, Zelazny’s Amber, Vance’s Dying Earth, and other mighty drumbeats are but foreshadowings of this dark dragon’s hoard.”
“A world that is both absorbing on a human level and full of magical sublimity… a wonderfully grand conception …splendidly written… fiendishly readable.”
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“Erikson’s strengths are his grown up characters and his ability to create a world every bit as intricate and messy as our own.”
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“Rare is the writer who so fluidly combines a sense of mythic power and depth of world, with fully realized characters and thrilling action, but Steven Erikson manages it spectacularly.”
— Michael A. Stackpole
Malazan Book Of The Fallen Reading Order
Gardens of the Moon – Book 1
The Malazan Empire simmers with discontent, bled dry by interminable warfare, bitter infighting, and bloody confrontations with the formidable Anomander Rake and his Tiste Andii, ancient and implacable sorcerers. Even the imperial legions yearn for some respite. Yet Empress Laseen’s rule remains absolute. Darujhistan, the last of the Free Cities of Genabackis, holds out. It is to this ancient citadel that Laseen turns her predatory gaze.
Deadhouse Gates – Book 2
In the vast dominion of Seven Cities, in the Holy Desert Raraku, the seer Sha’ik and her followers prepare for the long-prophesied uprising known as the Whirlwind. Unprecedented in size and savagery, this maelstrom of fanaticism and bloodlust will embroil the Malazan Empire in one of the bloodiest conflicts it has ever known, shaping destinies and giving birth to legends.
Memories Of Ice – Book 3
The ravaged continent of Genabackis has given birth to a terrifying new empire: the Pannion Domin. Like a tide of corrupted blood, it seethes across the land devouring all. In it’s path stands an uneasy alliance: Onearms’s army and Whiskeyjack’s Bridgeburners, alongside their enemies of old. But ancient undead clans are also gathering. It seems that something altogether darker and more malign threatens this world.
House Of Chains – Book 4
In Northern Genabackis, a raiding party of savage tribal warriors descends from the mountains into the southern flatlands. Their intention is to wreak havoc amongst the despised lowlanders, but for the one named Karsa Orlong, it marks the beginning of what will prove to be an extraordinary destiny.
Midnight Tides – Book 5
After decades of internecine warfare, the tribes of the Tiste Edur have at last united under the Warlock King of the Hiroth. There is peace, but at a terrible price. A pact made with a hidden power whose motives are suspect and deadly. To the south, the expansionist kingdom of Lether has enslaved all its less-civilized neighbors with rapacious hunger. All save one – Tiste Edur. And it’s only a matter of time before they fall too. Or so destiny has decreed.
The Bonehunters – Book 6
In the ever decimating Malazan Empire, a war is brewing between mortals and immortals, gods and mages. This war will decide once and for all who shall exist and who shall perish.
Reaper’s Gale – Book 7
All is not well in the Letherii Empire. Rhulad Sengar, the Emperor of a Thousand Deaths, spirals into madness. He’s surrounded by sycophants and agents of his Machiavellian chancellor. Meanwhile, the secret police are conducting a campaign of terror against their own people. Conspiracies seethe throughout the palace as the empire edges closer to an all-out war.
Toll Of The Hounds – Book 8
In the city of blue fire, Darujhistan, it is said that love and death shall arrive dancing. It is summer and the heat is oppressive, but for the small man in the faded red waistcoat, discomfiture is not just because of the sun. Dire portents plague his nights and haunt the city streets. Meanwhile, hidden hands pluck the strings of tyranny like a fell chorus. It seems that love and death are indeed about to arrive.
Dust Of Dreams – Book 9
In Letherii, the exiled Malazan army commanded by Adjunct Tavore begins its march into the eastern Wastelands, to fight for an unknown cause against an enemy it has never seen. So this last great army of the Malazan Empire is resolved to make one final defiant, heroic stand in the name of redemption.
The Crippled God – Book 10
Savaged by the K’Chain Nah’Ruk, the Bonehunters march for Kolanse, where wait for an unknown fate. Tormented by questions, the army totters on the edge of mutiny, but Adjunct Tavore will not relent. One final act remains – if it is in her power – if she can hold her army together – if the shaky alliances she has forged can survive all that is to come.

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Basil is a hugely popular annual herb and it’s relatively easy to grow. The fragrant leaves add a delicious flavour to many dishes and can also be used for medicinal purposes. It can be grown indoors on a sunny windowsill, or in a sheltered outdoor spot through the warmer summer months. Whether you want to make delicious pesto, top homemade pizzas, or liven up summer salads, here’s everything you need to know about growing basil from seed.
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The Passing of a Bright Soul
Following the half-term break, our school community is enveloped in sorrow as we mourn the unexpected loss of our beloved colleague, Carol McKee.
Carol was not just a vibrant soul, but an integral part of our academy, and her passing on February 12th has left a void that will be difficult to fill.
The news of her departure has deeply impacted the entire school, with those who worked closely with her struggling to come to terms with the profound sense of loss.
Carol’s dedication to her work, unwavering commitment to her students, and contagious enthusiasm touched the lives of all who knew her.
She was more than just a colleague; she was a pillar of strength within our academic community, bringing a unique and irreplaceable energy with her warm greetings and genuine care for her colleagues’ well-being.
Carol McKee: A Legacy of Love and Dedication
Carol’s presence at our Academy was truly special due to her role as a devoted grandmother. Her deep love for her grandson, who was a student at our school, was evident in every interaction she had with him.
Beyond just being a family member, Carol also played a crucial role in creating a nurturing and supportive environment for not only her own family but for the entire school community.
Her commitment to attending school events and being actively involved showcased the extent of her dedication to both her family and the Academy as a whole.
Carol’s impact as a grandmother went beyond just familial ties, as she truly embodied the values of love, support, and dedication within our school community.
Celebrating Carol McKee’s Impact
Shining Light of Optimism
Carol’s contagious laughter, uplifting words, and sincere care for others fostered a sense of unity and encouragement within our Academy community.
Remembering Her Legacy
In the upcoming weeks, the Academy will unite to pay tribute and commemorate the life of Carol McKee. Through memorial services and heartfelt tributes, we will honor the profound influence she had on our institution and the lives of those around her.
Supporting the Community in Grief
In light of the recent passing of Carol McKee, we understand the deep sorrow and emotional turmoil that comes with such a loss.
To provide support and guidance during this difficult time, counseling services will be offered to students, faculty, and all members of our community who may be struggling to cope with their feelings.
It is important for us to come together as a community, to share our memories of Carol, to lean on each other for comfort and support, and to honor the positive influence she had on our lives.
Let us stand united in our grief, finding solace in our shared experiences and memories of a beloved member of our community.
Remembering Carol’s Legacy
An Enduring Impact
Carol’s memory will forever be etched in the history of our institution, and the lessons she taught us about compassion, dedication, and the importance of building a nurturing community will endure.
Honoring Her Spirit
Let us honor her legacy by coming together, supporting one another, and keeping alive the spirit of positivity and joy that Carol McKee so beautifully embodied.

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Joyous Holiday Time has been BUSY this year. A lot of orders rolled through here over the past two months, but these are some of my favorite pieces.
Robot Ninja Puppet is repurposed wool, a little necktie, and a lot of buttons. He's lined with cushy yellow fleece.
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Pink Unicorn and Purple Rainbow Unicorn Puppets are also a compilation of repurposed scraps and awesomeness. And they have magic powers.

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PCOS Advocate (2022) Apparel
In 2019, we designed our first PCOS Advocate shirt to wear to our first PCOS Advocacy Day with PCOS Challenge, so we continue to design a new version each year.
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Should Canadian farmers be compensated for grain trade disruptions?
Yes, for those that grow export-dependent crops (canola, pulses, durum)
Yes, for all farmers, to make it fair
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Posted on August 9, 2012
Virginia Beach, VA – August 9, 2012 /PRnewswire/ - Mythics. Inc., an award winning Platinum level member in the Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN), Oracle GSA Schedule Holder (GS-35F-0153M) and Oracle Specialized Consulting Partner, today announced it has been awarded a multi-year contract #CMS2649300 by the State of Illinois for Oracle licensing, support and training. The contract provides the State of Illinois, including all state agencies, higher education and K-12 organizations, a cost effective streamlined procurement mechanism for Oracle products.
"This contract award is an acknowledgement of our leadership in the public sector working with Oracle products and technologies to solve complex and mission critical business challenges,” said Doug Altamura, Vice President of State & Local Government Sales at Mythics. "We are honored and proud to support the State of Illinois during these difficult economic times, providing cost effective information technology solutions that enable the state and local government of Illinois to better serve the public”.
The contract services all public bodies in the State of Illinois, including government agencies, boards, commissions and educational institutions as well as all state and other governmental units including not-for-profit entities authorized by law to participate in the joint purchasing program. The Illinois Oracle contract awarded to Mythics is designed to decrease costs, reduce paperwork and, ultimately, is a procurement vehicle that will result in savings for the State of Illinois, both in procurement efficiency and in the costs for Oracle technology products and services.
Mythics is an award winning Oracle PartnerNetwork Platinum level member, Oracle GSA Schedule Holder #GS-35F-0153M, Oracle Value Added Reseller (VAR) and Oracle Specialized Consulting Partner providing an unmatched Oracle solution set of products and services, including Oracle licensing and support, Oracle Sun hardware, engineered systems and appliances, Oracle training, consulting and managed services. Mythics provides technology solutions for the Federal Government, State and Local Governments, Commercial, and Healthcare sectors and is the trusted partner to organizations worldwide. For more information, visit https://www.mythics.com.

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Turkish Angora- Lifespan: 12-18 years
Turkish Angoras are one of the ancient, natural breeds of cat, having originated in central Turkey in the Ankara. They have large ears, long, silky coats, muscular body along with eyes mainly found in blue, green, yellow colors. The Turkish Angora is loyal and affectionate, and loves to play and run. They comes in Chocolate, lavender, the Himalayan pattern, or these combinations with white.
Peterbald- Lifespan: 12-15 years
Peterbald is a cat breed of Russian origin. It was created in St Petersburg in 1994 from an experimental by breeding of a Don Sphynx male and an Oriental Shorthair female. They generally considered to be a low-maintenance cat breed. Since they come in any color or pattern. Peterbald cats are exceptionally outgoing and energetic and have elegant, slim and muscular personality.
Korat- Lifespan: 18-19 years
The Korat is a natural breed, and one of the oldest stable cat breeds, and one of the very few that has not changed its appearance throughout centuries. Originating in Phimai, Thailand, it is named after its province of origin. Korat is rare, usually only given as a gift to bring good luck. They have a Muscular body; short blue-grey coat; heart-shaped face; luminous green eyes. It is an intelligent and playful active cat that forms strong bonds with people and is very vocal, with a sound different from other breeds.
American Bobtail- Lifespan: 11-15 years
These cat was believed to be a cross between a bobcat and a domestic house cat due to his feral appearance and distinct bobtail. The American Bobtail has a wild look but not a wild temperament. These cats are a very sturdy breed, with both short- and long-haired coats. They can have any color of eyes and coat, with a strong emphasis on the "wild" tabby appearance. Bobtails are playful, energetic, and friendly and intelligent personality.
Chartreux- Lifespan: 12-15 years
The Chartreux is a rare breed of cat from France. There is some speculation of its exact origin, but one theory is it was the companion to Carthusian monks in France. They are also known for their "smile"; due to the structure of their heads and their tapered muzzles, Chartreux are exceptional hunters and are highly prized by farmers. These cool cats are independent and somewhat aloof. They’re also incredibly observant and prefer to watch from the sidelines silently.
Sphynx- Lifespan: 8-14 years
The sphynx is a medium-sized cat with a striking appearance, identified by her hairless, wrinkled skin and large ears. It is the product of a natural genetic mutation, first discovered in Toronto, Canada, in 1966. Sphynx are known for their extroverted behavior with high level of energy, intelligence, curiosity and affection for their owners. They comes in White, black, blue, red, cream, silver, golden, cameo, tortoiseshell, blue-cream, brown color.
Burmilla- Lifespan: 10-15 years
The Burmilla originated in the UK in 1981 when a Chinchilla Persian male accidentally had kittens with a Lilac Burmese female. The Burmilla is a medium-sized cat and is somewhat compact while being very muscular with heavy boning. She tends to be an easy cat to get along with, requiring minimal care. The Burmilla is affectionate and sweet and makes a good companion.
Savannah cat- Lifespan: 12-20 years
The Savannah cat is the largest of the cat breeds. A Savannah cat is a cross between a domestic cat and a several, a medium-sized, large-eared wild African cat. They comes in typically black, brown or silver tabbies with black or dark brown spots. Savannahs are excellent jumpers. They can jump up to 8 feet horizontally and climb easily. They have a reputation as being very talkative, easy to train, friendly towards humans, have high prey drive and strong loyalty in nature.
British Shorthair- Lifespan: 8-12 years
The British Shorthair is the pedigreed version of the traditional British domestic cat, with a distinctively stocky body, dense coat, and broad face. Full of British reserve, the British Shorthair cat has a quiet voice and is an undemanding companion. They are quiet, calm, and generally reserved. They comes in White, Blue, Black, Cream, Red, Brown, Silver, Cameo, Smoke, Shaded colors.
Minskin- Lifespan: 12-15 years
The Minskin cat is the cross-breed of hairless Sphynx and the diminutive Munchkin cat. The first official Minskin was bred in Boston, Massachusetts in July of 2000. The adorable Minskin is a newer cat breed that was recognized by the International Cat Association as an official breed in 2008. They have round heads, large ears and large, round eyes. Minskin are engaging and affectionate and love children.

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Augmented Reality is not a new technology and has been known in the technology industry for some time, but to a large extent augmented reality game development companies are still struggling to explore its real potential and deliver the same to the global audience. At Intelivita, our augmented reality game developer and the designer team has flawless command over the available tools like ARKit, Vuforia, ARCore, Wikitude, ARToolkit etc. Besides these, considering the essentials of creativity and user engagement, the AR developers team also utilizes its creative approach to design and deliver some of the best augmented reality game development services to its clients.
The augmented reality game developers team firmly believes that the only way to make a deep space in the hearts of global audience through AR mobile game development is to create innovative and creative solutions and deliver them effortlessly through best augmented reality game development solutions.
To ensure prompt and competitive delivery of the same, the team follows a certain set of guidelines and procedures for research and development tasks, which effectively works as fuel.
When the technology stack and expertise match with the above mentioned flavours, time and dedication, the team at Intelivita make its way to one of the best augmented reality game development company in the UK and worldwide. However, we also believe that just earning a badge isn’t the big deal. Hence to maintain the same position in the ultra-competitive augmented reality mobile game development market, flawless services and client satisfaction remain uncompromised.
With that said, we now invite you to get in touch and bring us your idea or requirements. This will eventually lead us to develop an undisputed leading game solution in the AR industry. We believe in sharing knowledge.
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Initiate AR Game Development for Multiple Platforms
It’s tough to predict the device your end users will be utilizing to spend time with your AR mobile game, to ensure you win their hearts every time; we help you build augmented reality game for multiple platforms.
What Our Augmented Reality Game Developers Build
Quest games like treasure hunt has always been fantasizing the people. With our AR based geolocation game services, you can indeed bridge the gap between the real world and virtual clues.
AR FPS Games
As the name suggests, build a first-person shooter game with our AR game development services and gain more eyeballs with an astonishing real game experience in the virtual world.
AR Based RPGS
This one takes the game experience to an entirely new level. Allow your players to go on a quest in real-world locations and fight with virtual assassins and monsters.
AR Shooting Games
Adorn your shooting game application with augmented reality and avail your user's unbiased attention by bridging the gap between virtual adventure in the real-world arena.
Sport AR Games
While traditional mobile applications restrain you from having entire fun with sports game applications, the Sports AR games ensure your users get all new experience of being on field.
Turn Based AR Games
There’s a good majority of people inclined towards 2-player games. Give them a better experience with turn-based AR games and expand your market with a new era of mobile game.
AR Table Games
Be it the trending roulette and poker or childhood games like Chess, Ludo, Snake, and Ladders etc. With AR table games, you can indeed gain the special attention of your target audience.
AR Card Games
Card games are the best time killer for people across the globe. Let that then be Teen Patti, Rummy or some other game. Introduce augmented reality card games with us and avail the best experience for your users.
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Traits that Make us Best Augmented Reality Game Development Company of the UK
While many have jumped into the emerging trend, we would like to share with you the characteristics that make us better than other AR game development service providers in the market.
Dedicated Experienced Professionals
At Intelivita we ensure giving a dedicated team of AR game development professional, who are solely responsible to accomplish your task and assist you in attaining set milestones.
Keeping You Updated
Being one of the leading Augmented Reality game development company in the UK, we consider it our utmost responsibility to keep you updated on the progress of your AR mobile game development on a real-time basis.
Team Intelivita firmly believes that the key to lead the AR game development market is to ensure bringing innovative and creative solutions for all augmented reality mobile game development project we receive.
We find our key to growth in delivering satisfaction to our clients. No project is called closed until it matches the client’s expectation. This includes entire development cycle.
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Brain Plasticity refers to our brain’s capacity to learn and change throughout our lifetime through the continual production of new brain cells and the creation of new neural pathways. The brain’s amazing ability to continuously reorganize itself by developing new neural pathways and producing new brain cells is the foundation on which our brain training activities were created. By challenging the brain to learn new things, or relearn tasks and abilities that may have been lost, it has the potential to rebuild itself.
The BrainFlex® team has developed programming that includes tasks and activities that involve memory, spatial awareness, logic, reasoning, and multitasking, as well as activities that encourage creativity. Programming such as this is designed to strengthen and develop neural connections in the brain. This level of engagement leads to increased clarity of thought and higher self-confidence as members are reminded of how much they know and can accomplish. Research supports that brain training activities, combined with our other three concepts: socialization, nutrition, and exercise, will improve quality of life and may also improve of overall cognitive function.

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Do you hate washing dishes by yourself? Have you been itching to get a dishwater but don’t know if it's worth the investment? Here’s some good news that might help you make a decision.
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A necessary chore?
Firstly, you should know that washing dishes by hand is no longer really necessary these days. In fact, it’s not even recommended.
Yes, you heard that right. The world’s largest consumer organisation, Consumer Reports, has called for the elimination of this chore from everyday life. They said:
Let the dishwasher do its job.
Jonah Schein of the Environmental Protection Agency’s Water Sense program explained that:
It's possible, but highly unlikely, to use less water and less energy in traditional dishwashing.
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Saving time and water
This then immediately raises another important question—do I need to rinse the dishes before they go into the dishwasher? The answer is no.
Modern dishwashing machines get the job done pretty well on their own. Households save around 22,000 litres of water per year if plates and cups are not pre-rinsed.
Leaving your dishes to be cleaned by our mechanic friends also has another advantage—you can save a whole lot of time. Precisely up to 230 hours, according to the Energy Star program. That’s ten days a year that you could spend doing other things.
So here’s our tip. Invest in a dishwasher and do something good for yourself and the world!
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Reyila Hadeer, a doctoral student in the College of Education, is fostering discussions about the role of globalization in academia and shining a light on diverse college experiences through her documentary-style video series, “Global Citizen Diaries.”
“Global Citizen Diaries” features undergraduate and graduate students across all backgrounds, and conversations capture a range of topics, from the pandemic’s impact on lifestyle to Bi/Multilingual families.
Hadeer is working on the “Global Citizen Diaries” project as a Graduate Fellow at The Hub for Innovation in Learning and Technology at MSU. Through the fellowship, graduate students complete a research, writing, outreach, or creative project that explores new, human-centered methods of teaching and learning.
“During my Hub grad fellowship experience, I got to closely work with different units on MSU campus beyond my own department, which helped me to see different work cultures, practice my collaboration skills, and expand my professional network,” Hadeer said. “I always wanted to start my own podcast program to create a communication platform on topics that I deeply care about. The MSU Hub gave me that opportunity.”
By prompting students to reflect on their major, job opportunities, and resources they’ve encountered on campus, Hadeer aims to encourage listeners to overcome their fears about pursuing their goals and help students discover resources that will lead them to actualizing their passions.
“Everyone’s personal knowledge is a missing part of a larger puzzle,” Hadeer said. “I knew that if I gave this platform for people to talk about their educational experience, it would become a space to learn from each other, engage in conversation, and share resources.”
Although students shared vastly different experiences throughout the interviews, a pattern emerged: students across all backgrounds mentioned the tendency to follow a strict timeline and stick to classes inside their major. Participants also expressed another commonality — the desire to be accepted.
“I noticed that everybody is striving for a loving environment,” Hadeer said. “Everyone mentioned that they wanted to be surrounded by love. Everyone wants to be in a place where people will not judge them, and they will be understood and supported. That’s something that is mentioned in every episode in different ways.”
As a student with unique academic experiences herself, Hadeer understands this desire just as well as her interviewees, which inspired her to delve into the topic in the first place. As an international student from a multicultural region in Northwest China, she comes to the table with a fresh perspective and the will to break down barriers typically placed on international students.
“As an international student, I notice that I am often subconsciously internalizing certain labels,” Hadeer said. “I am afraid that it’s not easy for me to find a job, or that I cannot do certain things, or that it’s a luxury for me to pursue my passions. Often, those labels block you from discovering yourself.”
Hadeer also offers a unique perspective from her childhood growing up in a diverse community. Hadeer is Uyghur, a large ethnic minority group within China with its own language and culture. Throughout her childhood in China, Hadeer navigated these two different languages and cultures, which is something that sparked her interest as she grew older and eventually pursued an undergraduate degree in journalism.
After finishing her undergraduate degree, Hadeer attended Colorado State University for her master’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language. Once she graduated, she moved to Phoenix, Arizona to teach at a K-8 school. There, Hadeer was reminded of her childhood and the cultural diversity she experienced. Encountering different regional cultures across both China and the United States fed Hadeer’s curiosity about globalization’s effect on education, eventually leading her to pursue a Ph.D. at MSU.
“I started to become more interested in the bigger picture of my teaching experiences,” Hadeer said. “I wanted to put together the pieces and start to explore issues of globalization using topics from my own culture and issues in the United States. I noticed there is a lot of discussion about race and diversity, and I had similar experiences in China, so I like to explore the differences and similarities and try to make sense of my past experiences as well.”
"Global Citizen Diaries" is a way for Hadeer to showcase the way globalization influences education through the stories her interviewees tell. As the project moves into its second season, Hadeer hopes to narrow her podcast to special topics like social justice.
“Whether you are an international student or a domestic student, or any categories you identify yourself with, I hope people know that they are free to pursue their own passions and I hope they aren’t influenced by labels that people put on them,” Hadeer said. “Go inward, go inside yourself to see what you’re interested in and find resources to explore that. Everyone is an expert.”
To listen to conversations from and learn more about the Global Citizen Diaries project, visit the project website, and to learn more about the Graduate Fellowship program within The Hub for Innovation in Learning and Technology at MSU, visit the program website.


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A long-standing rumor has been that LG will be showcasing the upgraded V30 smartphone at MWC 2018. However, recently some company officials refuted the news saying that there would be an LG G7 revealed instead. In the midst of this, ETNews has now reported that the upgraded model will, in fact, be called LG V30s and will focus on AI and something called LG Lens. Also Read - Best camera phones under Rs 35000 to buy in July 2021: Pixel 4a, Mi 11X, and more
The report also reveals that the LG V30s model will have 256GB of onboard storage, double of what the LG V30+ offers and four times the 64GB of the base model. Also, the report claims the launch to be scheduled for the Mobile Congress. Also Read - Top gaming smartphones under Rs 30,000: Mi 11X, Realme X7 Max and more
As for the LG Lens mentioned above, it is believed to be LG’s new vision-based assistant. From what the report reveals, it will allow you to click a picture, which will be used by the AI to recognize objects and seek out its prices. Much like the feature offered by Samsung’s Bixby. Also Read - iPhone 14 details leak even before the launch of iPhone 13, to bring this crucial feature
Lens can also translate text (like QuickTranslator) as well as give you the location-based info. It also does barcode and QR code recognition.
The report also claims to reveal an estimated price of the LG V30s. Apparently, the smartphone will be priced at around one-million won ($920/€750), which approximately translates to Rs 59,000.


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How to Build Your Home Gym on a Budget
Written by Savings Enthusiast
July 16, 2023
Dreaming about having a home gym to avoid going to one every day? Learn how to build one with a reasonable budget.
Gyms may offer state-of-the-art equipment and the chance to work out with others, but they come with their disadvantages too. They can be expensive, and when life gets busy, trying to carve out time to hit the gym can get complicated.
This is where home gyms come in. They cut out the trickiest part of working out, removing all obstacles between you and exercise. Having a home gym can also help you keep to your workout schedule. And the time you save on the commute (and waiting in line) can then be spent on more relaxing activities (or a few extra exercises).
Keeping your affordable workout equipment at home also allows you to work out at a time that suits you, with no closing time limiting your access.
With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of the best ways to build a home gym, from budget-friendly cardio machines to budget-friendly fitness gear and other cheap home gym essentials.
Start with a multi-purpose strength-building machine
The best way to enjoy affordable strength training gear is to buy one machine that meets multiple needs. A multi-purpose strength-building machine allows you to engage in diverse workouts, ensuring that more than one muscle group is targeted.
While these machines are gaining popularity at gyms too, their main advantage is how perfect they are for home gyms. With one machine used to replace several, the space used up is significantly reduced. Most machines are also built to slot into a corner to save space.
Another advantage comes with their durability. These high-quality machines can last a lifetime and are designed to be safe and easy to use without the help of a professional.
Whether working your abs, shoulders or biceps, these compact machines help you build muscle and burn fat at the same time. This makes them the perfect machine to start with when working with a low budget.
Find one high-tech cardio machine you can't live without
A home gym must-have is a way to get that cardio in when the clouds are gray. While exercising outdoors can work wonders for your mental health, the fact is that for most of us, it’s much easier to keep it indoors.
Pop on a podcast, pump up the tunes, and get your heart racing on one of our favorite cardio machines. From rowers and bikes to ellipticals, treadmills to steppers, there’s a range of machines to choose from.
Dick’s Sporting Goods offers a top-rated selection of cardio equipment, and their helpful staff are happy to assist you in choosing the best machine for you. For example, exercise bikes are ideal for anyone with joint issues, they tend to fit a smaller budget and help you save space too.
And while treadmills work wonders for weight loss journeys, mini steppers are far more compact, and you can find them at Dick’s Sporting Goods for a fraction of the price.
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Save on smaller exercise equipment
Free weights and compact equipment are ideal for smaller home gyms, and from affordable weights and dumbbells to cheap resistance bands, there’s so much choice. And from boxing bags to weight racks, and inversion tables to cushioned yoga mats, Walmart is your go-to for cheap fitness accessories.
Shop online for budget barbells, digital body weight scales, and even the perfect pull-up bar to maximize your space. You’ll also find stylish smartwatches to help you track your steps, heart rate, and weight loss, vibration plates to polish those toned muscles, and interconnecting foam tiles to add some give to those floors.
Our favorite cost-effective home workout equipment tends to come in smaller sizes too, and when paired with the many workout videos available online, the results come quickly.
Suspension training equipment offers another fantastic way to save space and often comes with an affordable price tag. Installed into walls or ceilings, suspension equipment allows your body to go through a whole range of moments too, developing functional strength.
Something that will make your workouts more fun
If the main advantage of a home gym is its proximity and accessibility, one of the main disadvantages is how many distractions are nearby. While one way to handle this is to break down your workout into manageable 10 to 20-minute sections, another top tip is to work some fun into the activities.
Exercise dice are one great option. Each side of the die shows a short workout option, so you can mix up your circuits every day. Flashcards are also a popular option, with yoga cards and weight training cards available in many varieties.
Or, why not take it old school? Mini trampolines are fun for adults too, and self-standing punching bags help you de-stress in no time. An exercise ball offers a diverse range of workouts and adds a little bounce to your routine too.
Jump ropes offer the perfect mix of childhood fun and intense cardio and come with the added advantage of being easy to use outside, too.
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Some great tools for stretching and recovery
When shopping for your home gym essentials, don’t forget the key part - recovery. While shopping for exciting cardio equipment and inexpensive home gym storage equipment might be more exciting, you should pay equal attention to your stretching.
An effective stretching routine helps you bounce back quicker after an intense workout, so investing in recovery tools is a surefire way to keep your progress steady.
Pick up a soothing massage ball, a weighted sauna blanket, or a foam roller to really work ease those muscles and soreness. Yoga is another effective way to handle your recovery, and a cold plunge bath will have you floating away in bliss.
Whether you prefer to work out alone, or simply want to cut down those commute times, a home gym is an excellent way to stay happy and healthy. Even if you live in a small space, there are so many ways to enjoy a gym-style workout for less.
We’ve shown you some of the best ways to get started, so now it's time for you to find your own way to succeed at home.


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An often repeated mistake writers do (even published ones) is info-dumping. You’ve heard all about that, I’m sure, so I’ll give some attention to the opposite problem. Fellow writer, reader and horse-rider MuseInks (check out her blog) did me a favour and beta read one of my manuscripts.
Halfway through she asked me why my main character refused to turn to his family for help. I was taken aback; I thought it was obvious. I took a good look at my manuscript and realised that no, I had never truly explained it. I discussed the issue with another friend and come to an interesting understanding.
The reason I hadn’t felt like I needed to go into depth about his reluctance was that he acted like I would have. My friend on the other hand would have immediately turned to her family in the same situation. I had been defeated by my own idea of substated facts!
Our experiences change the way we view things. As writers we can’t know how the reader will interpret our characters and their actions. A reader who has had a family member suffering from cancer will be able to relate to My Sister’s Keeper on a different level than most.
As writers we will need to compensate our readers’ “inexperience”. A word here, a memory there.
It’s not easy to see through our own “blind spots”, the things that are so ingrained that we take them for granted. This is when a writer is blessed to have a beta reader or critter to point it out for them.
For the times when you don’t have that handy beta reader around, make sure you have some kind of answer for every “why does she do that?” you can find in your story.
What kind of blind spots have you experienced? Have you read a novel where you just couldn’t understand why the characters acted the way they did? Feel free to share your examples.

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Generating a retirement income from FTSE 100 shares may seem to be a risky move at the present time. A number of large-cap stocks have postponed their dividends, while the challenging economic outlook could mean dividend growth is somewhat lacking in the coming months.
However, with other options such as Cash ISAs and buy-to-let also facing difficult futures, FTSE 100 dividend stocks could be the best means of obtaining an inflation-beating income return from your retirement savings in the coming years.
FTSE 100 dividend prospects
The choice available for income investors within the FTSE 100 may be more limited than it was prior to the coronavirus pandemic. But there are still a number of companies that offer attractive returns. In fact, it’s possible to build a portfolio of stocks that currently yields in excess of 4%, or even 5%. With many companies currently trading on low valuations, investors may even be able to obtain higher yields over the medium term.
Although dividend growth could be slow, or even non-existent, in the short run, the track record of the world economy suggests that a recovery is likely over the long run. Therefore, buying high-quality FTSE 100 businesses with affordable dividends and strong balance sheets could be a means of obtaining an inflation-beating rate of income growth as the world economy gradually returns to positive growth.
FTSE 100 growth potential
As well as offering a relatively attractive income return today, the FTSE 100 could deliver capital growth in the long run that makes it a worthwhile investment for individuals who aren’t yet close to retirement. They may be able to purchase large-cap shares while they trade on low valuations. Over time, they could recover as investor sentiment improves and their bottom lines move higher. This could lead to a larger nest egg that provides a more attractive passive income in older age.
With the index having produced an annualised return of over 8% in its 36-year history, its long-term recovery potential from the current crisis certainly seems to be high. In fact, it’s successfully recovered from every one of its previous bear markets to produce new record highs. And a similar outcome is highly likely after its current challenges.
Of course, Cash ISAs may offer greater security than FTSE 100 dividend stocks. However, the very low interest rates on offer mean that you require a large amount of capital to generate even a modest passive income.
Buy-to-let investing, meanwhile, may be less attractive than it has been over the past decade. The prospect of slow rental growth, extended void periods and capital losses could mean that buying FTSE 100 dividend stocks is a more profitable and simpler strategy to generate a retirement nest egg, or to provide a passive income in older age.
With global markets in turmoil as the coronavirus pandemic tightens its grip, turning to shares to generate income isn’t as simple as it used to be…
As the realities of ‘life under lockdown’ begin to bite, many of the stock market’s ‘go-to’ high-yielding companies have either taken an axe to their dividend pay-outs… or worse, opted to suspended them altogether – for the near-term at least.
With so many blue-chip and mid-cap companies scrambling to hoard cash right now, where are we income investors to turn for decent yields?
Fortunately, The Motley Fool is here to help…
Our analyst has unearthed what he believes could be a very attractive option for income- seeking investors – a company that, in his view, boasts a ‘reliably defensive’ business model, combined with a current forecast dividend yield of 4.2% to boot!*
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*Please be aware that dividends are variable and not guaranteed.
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