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![]() ![]() It’s pretty neat! Certainly adds to the replayability, that’s for sure. Now, this isn’t to say that it’s different every time you play a level, but each level consists of randomized parts that make up the cohesive stage, so if you and a friend play two different copies of the game then neither of you will likely play the same puzzles. Something interesting though is that, compared to previous Meat Boy experiences, each level in Super Meat Boy Forever is procedurally generated and randomized. The story takes place over a few highly varied worlds, each filled with their own slew of horrifying murder gauntlets as you clear stage after stage until you get to the boss. And if you think I’m joking in any way about that number of deaths, this must be your first experience with this series. ![]() ![]() Fetus is up to his old shenanigans again as he leads you through death traps and pitfalls while trying his hardest to kill you a billion times. Fetus has kidnapped your beloved little Nugget, and it’s your job as responsible parents Meat Boy and Bandage Girl to fight tooth and nail to save your little bundle of joy from peril. Meat Boy and Bandage Girl fall in love and have a baby named Nugget. Fetus hates Meat Boy, so he kidnaps Bandage Girl. Super Meat Boy Forever is a continuation of the story told in the original Super Beat Boy: Meat Boy loves Bandage Girl. However, after what felt like a century (it’s was actually a decade, but still) the game finally hit the shelves and we can celebrate the final release of Super Meat Boy Forever! And a Baby Makes Three So, how do you top one of the greatest indie games of all time? Well, the story is weird and not terribly satisfying, unfortunately. Fast forward a few years and the popularity of the “little flash game that could” gave way to Super Meat Boy, a somehow EVEN HARDER version of the great game that so many had played before, and it sold TONS of copies. One of those shining gems was Meat Boy, an ultra-hard platformer made by Edmund McMillen and Tommy Refenes that really pushed the standard for what indie studios could make. Usually, these would be in the form of free flash games you could play on something like Newgrounds or a similar site. At the beginning of the indie game boom, when something big and new came along everyone and their dog would go to try it out. ![]()
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Sonogram schools in ny5/16/2023 ![]() ![]() The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is the most well known accrediting body for sonography programs. When a school or program becomes accredited, that means that they have been evaluated by an outside, independent agency and found to meet Industry standards. Why Choose a CAAHEP Accredited Diagnostic Sonography Program? ![]() Graduating from a CAAHEP accredited program will qualify you to sit for the exams. You’ll need to pass the Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI) exam, plus a specialty exam, offered by the ARDMS in order to apply for a job. Some colleges offer Bachelor’s Degrees, and there are accelerated Certificate Programs for students who meed the educational and experiential requirements. You’ll need an Associate of Science Degree in DMS for entry-level positions. That will deliver the best education and training, as well as prepare you for your certification exams. If possible, select one that has been accredited by CAAHEP. Be sure and check the accreditation of not only the school, but the program you are interested in applying to. The programs are competitive and rigorous, but it’s a rewarding field to be a part of.īelow you’ll find a complete list of accredited sonography programs in New York, and you’ll be able to learn what the certification requirements are in the state, where you might work, and how much you can earn. If you’re considering becoming a medical sonographer in New York, completing a certificate or degree program at an accredited school will help give you the foundation you’ll need for entry-level positions. The produced images are then used by the referring physicians to diagnose, treat, and prevent disease, as well as monitor the health and growth of a developing fetus. They work with patients who have been referred to them by physicians, and use special equipment to image the inside of the body. Undocumented Students: What to Know About Financial AidĮxplore New York’s Sonography Programs in 2023ĭiagnostic medical sonographers play an important role in modern healthcare.Financial Aid: How to Pay for Sonography School. ![]()
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Cosmology and curved space time5/16/2023 ![]() LIGO's discovery will go down in history as one of humanity's greatest scientific achievements. But these confirmations had always come indirectly or mathematically and not through direct contact.Īll of this changed on September 14, 2015, when LIGO physically sensed the undulations in spacetime caused by gravitational waves generated by two colliding black holes 1.3 billion light-years away. Since then, many astronomers have studied pulsar radio-emissions (pulsars are neutron stars that emit beams of radio waves) and found similar effects, further confirming the existence of gravitational waves. They are made visible here to illustrate their propagation away from the source.Īrtist's Impression of a Binary Pulsar. Note that gravitational waves themselves are invisible. The animation below illustrates how gravitational waves are emitted by two neutron stars as they orbit each other and then coalesce (credit: NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center). Other waves are predicted to be caused by the rotation of neutron stars that are not perfect spheres, and possibly even the remnants of gravitational radiation created by the Big Bang. The strongest gravitational waves are produced by cataclysmic events such as colliding black holes, supernovae (massive stars exploding at the end of their lifetimes), and colliding neutron stars. These cosmic ripples would travel at the speed of light, carrying with them information about their origins, as well as clues to the nature of gravity itself. Einstein's mathematics showed that massive accelerating objects (such as neutron stars or black holes orbiting each other) would disrupt space-time in such a way that 'waves' of undulating space-time would propagate in all directions away from the source. Albert Einstein predicted the existence of gravitational waves in 1916 in his general theory of relativity. Gravitational waves are 'ripples' in space-time caused by some of the most violent and energetic processes in the Universe. They don’t have the same brightness, but they have the same size.Two-dimensional illustration of how mass in the Universe distorts space-time. ![]() Let us assume that there is a class of objects which have the same true size no matter where it is in the universe, which means they are like standard candles. Depending on how the matter is distributed in the space, there are smaller variations in the curvature. The universe has a certain topology, but locally it can have wrinkles. $$ds^2 = c^2dt^2 - \left \$$ Global Topology of the Universe $$ds^2 = a^2(t)\left ( dr^2 r^2d\theta^2 r^2sin^2\theta d\varphi^2 \right )$$įor space–time, the line element that we obtained in the above equation is modified as − The Metric for flat (Euclidean: there is no parameter for curvature) expanding universe is given as − The model depends on the component of the universe. In the future, when the scale factor becomes 0, everything will come closer. The comoving distance which is the distance between the objects at a present universe, is a constant quantity. If the value of the scale factor becomes 0 during the contraction of universe, it implies the distance between the objects becomes 0, i.e. Step 4 − The following image is the graph for the universe that starts contracting from now. Step 3 − The following image is the graph for the universe which is expanding at a faster rate. The t = 0 indicates that the universe started from that point. Step 2 − The following image is the graph of the universe that is still expanding but at a diminishing rate, which means the graph will start in the past. the value of comoving distance is the distance between the objects. Step 1 − For a static universe, the scale factor is 1, i.e. Let us see how the scale factor changes with time in the following steps. The expansion of the universe is in all the directions. The space is forward for photon in all directions. Suppose a photon is emitted from a distant galaxy. Model for Scale Factor Changing with Time In this chapter, we will understand in detail regarding the Robertson-Walker Metric. Horizon Length at the Surface of Last Scattering. ![]() Velocity Dispersion Measurements of Galaxies. ![]()
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![]() ![]() ![]() You are a monster who finds themselves on a journey across tiny islands. Everything about it feels like a warm hug, thanks mostly to the game’s focus on interpersonal relationships, plus its ultra charming visuals and writing. On top of this, Guildings is loaded with ground-breaking systems that make it feel unlike any game I’ve ever played. Not only does Guildlings play beautifully in a convenient portrait mode, but it also manages to feel like a grand adventure in the way lots of other mobile rpgs don’t. I don’t think I’ve played an rpg that feels so perfect for mobile before. As Guildmaster, you enlist the help of your friends to help you go on charming adventures that consist of things like getting your sister to her date at "Makeout Temple" and gathering clams for a grandma’s clam boil. You play as Coda, a young girl who comes across an ancient phone with magical powers that turns you into a Guildmaster. Guildlings is a colorful rpg from the folks that made Threes! way back when. It also helps that every level seems to contain some new card that completely changes how you want to approach dungeons. It’s a simple, creative concept placed in a hyper-polished and convenient package that you can enjoy for minutes or hours at a time. Each pile of cards can contain weapons, enemies, potions, or spells, and you have to be careful about the order in which you pick up cards if you want to survive.Ĭard of Darkness has all of the hallmarks of a fantastic mobile game. It’s a card-based puzzle game where you fight through dungeons by picking up piles cards to create a path to an exit. Zach Gage has been making great mobile games for a while now, and Card of Darkness is one of his best yet. ![]() This is thanks mostly too the handy tools and warm aesthetic baked into this special game's core. It's always a pleasant experience to boot up Zach Gage's love letter to Sudoku and complete the daily puzzle or chip away at the game's thousands of pre-made challenges. Since it's initial release on the App Store, Good Sudoku has never left my phone, and for good reason. It's a teaching tool that goes out of its way to try and make you better at solving these little number puzzles, no matter whether you've played Sudoku for years or are approaching it for the first time. Good Sudoku is a Sudoku puzzle app, but it's also so much more than that. The annoying thing about all this is that I can so easily imagine an App Store full of games like this, but for now I guess I'll have to settle with this one existing on a subscription service. In a lot of ways, it's a very conventional JRPG, but it is also bursting with remarkable details and innovations that serve it especially well on mobile. I'm almost annoyed at how good Fantasian is. Fantasian places you in the shoes of Leo, a mysterious hero who has lost all of his memories and finds himself serving a larger purpose as he tries to rediscover who he is. Step into a world threatened by a robotic infestation and malevolent god. With the most recent update bringing older established titles to the service, Arcade is certainly the strongest it has ever been, but additional shakeups like this will need to keep happening to finally sell me on the service. Unless something drastic changes with the service, my opinion on it probably won’t change much. In the time that one release comes to the service, multiple high quality games hit the App Store that you don’t have to pay monthly upkeep for. This has less to do with the pace of Apple Arcade releases and more to do with the fact that the general quality of games on the service simply isn’t what it should be. For the most part, this means the number of updates on previously released games will decrease, and the text below each entry will be kept to a brief-yet-accurate justification for its positioning. Over a year into the Apple Arcade experiment, I’m adjusting my approach to these rankings to make it a bit less cumbersome to update and read. In case you missed it, I am on a quest to rank every Apple Arcade game there is. ![]()
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Thc vape batteries5/16/2023 ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() This product should be used only as directed on the label. All products on this website contain less than 0.3% Delta 9 THC. This will ensure optimal performance and reliability of your device.įDA Disclosure: This product is not for use by or sale to persons under the age of 21. If you are using your vape pen to medicate a chronic condition, the battery may last for a shorter time compared to someone who only uses it occasionally.įinally, we recommend replacing your 510-thread vape battery once a year, regardless of the amount of usage. Regarding usage frequency, taking 2-3 second puffs per day would be equivalent to 25 days of usage from one battery. In most cases, a puff is considered to be 3-5mg, depending on how long you inhale the vapor. Note that the length of a puff is also a determining factor. Generally speaking, 510-thread vape batteries can last anywhere from 4-6 months up to over a year. The answer to this question depends on several factors, including how frequently the battery is used and how well it is maintained. How many puffs does a 510-thread vape battery last? However, if your device has specific requirements for the type of battery it uses, then you should follow the guidelines to ensure that your device is compatible with the battery. Higher mAh ratings provide longer battery life and more power. Generally speaking, higher mAh ratings indicate greater battery capacity and longer-lasting power.Īdditionally, the best mAh rating also depends on the type of vaping device you use. The best mAh rating for a vape battery depends on your needs and usage. What is the best mAh rating for a vape battery? Make sure the protection around your battery is intact – A slight knock or drop can cause the protection to break, so check regularly to make sure it’s still in place.Use your vape batteries regularly – Batteries that sit unused may lose their power and become damaged.Only use suitable batteries for your device – Make sure you check the specifications for your device and ensure you’re using the correct type of battery.Never leave your batteries in a car – Heat and direct sunlight can cause the battery to overheat and get damaged.Don’t let it drain completely – recharge when you notice a drop.Store it properly – keep your battery away from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, and other heat sources.Clean the contacts regularly – this will help a better connection between the battery and atomizer.Charge it correctly – use the charger that came with your device, and don’t overcharge.To keep your vape battery healthy, follow these steps: It is recommended to turn off your battery after each use to help preserve its lifespan. It usually takes 45 minutes to 2 hours for a 510 lithium-ion battery to fully recharge. Generally speaking, most 510-thread batteries will last between 500 to 1000 charge cycles before replacement.Ī 510-thread battery typically lasts around 6-12 months with regular use. The life of a 510-thread battery depends on the type and size of the battery, as well as how often it is used. Vape pens with 510 threading are a common standard in the cannabis market, but the term “510 thread” is sometimes used to describe all sorts of vape pen parts, even when they’re not threaded. It gets its name from the 10 0.5mm threads on the battery, which is the part that powers the atomizer inside the cartridge. Frequently Asked Questions What is a 510-thread vape pen?Ī 510-thread vape pen is a device used for vaporizing various extracts including cannabis or nicotine. ![]()
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Dia de los muertos altar coco5/16/2023 ![]() ![]() However, I experienced it as a time of intrigue for the majority of the tourists including myself who were present this night. It is a time of celebration and remembrance for the families. Each brought similar sentiments as the first, with various types of music and food, and of course, mezcal. This night of Muertos continued at two more panteónes. The deep significance of the celebration for those who were there was clear to me. Thousands of shining lights dancing in the night lined the gravestones. Candles and flowers completely engulfed the panteón. Others present were clearly tourists, evidenced primarily by the large black cameras slung around their necks, spending more time trying to ‘capture’ the moment rather than experience it. ![]() While other times merrily chatting with others, holding a glass of mezcal, sometimes singing. They would sit around the grave of a long lost family member, typically in silence. Local Oaxacans filed up and down the pathways coming to meet their families at the tombs. It was packed as I tried to navigate the graveyard. There were decorations, people in costumes, painted faces and more. Vendors selling various warm drinks and beer lined the streets. Live music blasted into the stand-still of people trying to access the panteón (graveyard). Although it was pushing 10:00pm by the time we arrived, the town of Xoxocotlán was alive and celebrating in full force. The night of October 31st our entire group went to visit some of the local graveyards in the surrounding area of Oaxaca. The spirit of Muertos was one of continuous excitement and flurried activity. Pan de Muerto (a traditional bread sold during Muertos) also began to emerge throughout the city bakeries. Photo Credit: James Krick.Īs the celebration approached, the Cultural Institute of Oaxaca, my academic home here in Oaxaca, began decorating with altars, offerings and calaveras (skulls). James with women with painted faces at the panteón in Xoxocotlán. It was a different scene from what I began to see in the rest of the city. In fact, our family hosted a Halloween party filled with music, drinks, and costumes. The experience in my household was much more of a Halloween celebration than that of Muertos. Instead, the weeks prior to the celebration consisted of my 23-year-old host brother decorating the house with fake cobwebs, a plethora of spooky dolls, and various other Halloween-themed items: from grim reapers to fake blood. I expected an elaborate altar filled with marigolds or cempasúchil, food, and photos of deceased relatives. There’s a certain intimacy surrounding the spirit of Muertos in México.įrom my own experience living with a host-family here, Muertos was different than I anticipated. Here in Oaxaca, celebrations range from decorating a large altar or ofrenda in one’s house to spending the evening with deceased loved ones in the cemetery. These individualized experiences and celebrations vary widely across México. While arduous to describe, it is a unique cultural event that holds special significance for each person and community. The week is filled with events that unite Oaxaca, including plays, live concerts, and daily parades. It’s a community effort with preparations beginning weeks beforehand and lots of behind the scenes work. ![]() Photo Credit: James Krick.ĭía de los Muertos is a holiday in Oaxaca, México that brings together the community in a week of celebrations, festivals, and gatherings. Altar de Muertos at an evening celebration in el Barrio de Xochimilco. ![]()
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Truecrypt alternatives 20155/16/2023 ![]() You can download it for free.Īnother light-weight encryption tool that allows users to quickly hide, lock and encrypt folders through a simple interface. It's popular mainly on Linux platform but works very well on Windows. It can also be used to create secured virtual partitions on your drive to store case sensitive data (100 MB size for the LE version).Īll in all, nice encryption package for Windows.ĪES Crypt is a cross-platform file encryption software that uses the industry standard Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) to securely encrypt case sensitive files with 256-bit encryption algorithm. It is capable of powerful 448-bit encryption for single files, folders, partitions or even USB drives. buttonĪ free version of commercial Cryptainer ME security software. Open up the Windows Explorer → Click on encrypted file with right mouse button → Click on Properties → General Tab → Click on Advanced button → Click on Details button → Click on certificate → Click on Backup keys. To create a backup of your security certificate: This certificate is also needed, whenever you re-install your computer. To view it on another computer, you will need to export your security certificate and import it that system. The content of EFS encrypted file is viewable only on the system, where it was encrypted. It might not be the most powerful encryption, but it should be enough for the common user. Your data are now encrypted and secured by your EFS personal secure certificate generated by Windows. Open up the Windows Explorer → Click on file with right mouse button → Click on Properties → General Tab → Click on Advanced button → Check the Encrypt contents to secure data box → and click on OK button. It is able to encrypt files, as well as folders. Probably ideal choices for users that want their data protected, but do not want to think much about it.Īnother encryption tool from Microsoft available in Professional and Enterprise distributions of Windows since Windows 2000. Data can be encrypted by using password, TPM (Trusted Platform Module), USB key, or by combination of these options together. With it, users can protect disk volumes (physical, and logical drives) as well as USB removable disks by powerful AES encryption. Microsoft guarantees that there is no backdoor in BitLocker and praises its encryption capabilities. It is developed by Microsoft and integrated to some distributions of Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 7 (Ultimate and Enterprise) and Windows 8 (Pro and Enterprise). Some might not be happy with the BitLocker and that's why we made a list of currently most popular encryption choices for TrueCrypt replacement.īitlocker is recommended by TrueCrypt developers as a substitute of their app. Such older version downloads from untrusted sites might also be possible traps, full of malware, trojans and other crap that could compromise your computer.īecause of this, many users that used TrueCrypt now need to find another program for securing their data. You can of course still find some previous version of TrueCrypt on popular download sites, but you won't have any support or any future bug and possible backdoor fixes. ![]() When the latest version is launched in Windows, you will get the same message as is on the screenshot below. ![]() Whilst you can still download and install the latest version of TrueCrypt, it can no longer be used for encryption - just decryption of TrueCrypt protection data. The truth will probably be never uncovered, but TrueCrypt as we knew it - is gone. Some conspiracy theories talk about pressure of secret services to developers to put some kind of backdoor in the TrueCrypt and instead the team rather terminated the software. The official reason being some security bugs that have been occurred in the software and discontinued support of Microsoft Windows XP. To the shock of many, the popular multi-platform data encryption software TrueCrypt was unexpectedly terminated by its developers on. ![]() |