![]() ↑ " 'Super Tuesday' Ballots Ready Some Unfamiliar Names Explained"."Laxalt announces bid for presidency, says 'there is unfinished work to do' ". "GOP PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE MAKES STOP IN SOUTH FLORIDA". ↑ "Haig announces his bid for presidency".↑ "Kemp announces bid for nomination".↑ "Dole announces presidential hopes in hometown talk".↑ "Bush Announces Quest for Presidency"."BABBITT OF ARIZONA FIRST DEMOCRAT TO FORM KEY PRESIDENTIAL GROUP". ↑ "Gary Hart announces he will seek the presidency in 1988".↑ "Gephardt Announces Bid For White House"."Jesse Jackson announces plan to seek nomination". ↑ Mattiace, Peter (September 8, 1987).↑ "Dukakis announces bid for presidential nomination".↑ A faithless Democratic elector voted for Bentsen for president and Dukakis for vice president.Andy Martin, perennial candidate from Connecticut Ĭandidates Gallery.Lyndon LaRouche, activist from Virginia. ![]() Bruce Babbitt, former governor of Arizona.Jesse Jackson, reverend and civil rights leader from South Carolina. ![]()
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![]() ![]() “Currently, the first available dates for a visitor visa appointment in Nairobi are in June 2024.” This is a worldwide problem that US embassies are diligently striving to address.” ![]() As we work through the backlog of applications and address the high demand for services, we recognise that some applicants may face extended visa interview wait times. The Embassy restarted interviews at full capacity in February 2022. “Due to COVID-19 health and safety measures, nonimmigrant visa interviews at US Embassy Nairobi ceased for over a year. In one telling illustration of this cascading effect, a 25 July 2022 update from the US Embassy in Kenya explains: “You can’t just shut down an entire bureaucracy for more than a year and not expect to have a cascade of consequences,” says David Bier, the Institute’s associate director. Sources close to the Duke have indicated that he was truthful on his visa application, suggesting that he disclosed his drug use.Īn original request by the Heritage Foundation was denied by US Customs and Border Protection because the Duke had not “consented to his information being released to plaintiffs,” according to court documents.The issue is simply the backlog of visa files that accumulated in US consulates and embassies around the world during an extended processing closure during the pandemic. The Heritage Foundation filed its legal complaint under Freedom of Information laws, arguing that information relating to the Duke’s visa application was of “immense public interest” as it related to the equal application and enforcement of America’s immigration system. In court last week, the Heritage Foundation’s lawyers questioned “whether DHS properly admitted the Duke of Sussex in light of the fact that he has publicly admitted to the essential elements of a number of drug offences in both the United States and abroad.”įederal law “generally renders such a person inadmissible for entry to the United States,” they argued. The think tank has argued it is in the public interest to learn why the Duke was allowed into the US in 2020, and why he has been allowed to stay. The Heritage Foundation brought the legal case after the Duke of Sussex detailed his use of cocaine, marijuana and psychedelic mushrooms in his memoir, Spare. The case will now return to federal court in Washington. He added: “The Department of Homeland Security’s efforts to stonewall the Heritage Foundation’s Freedom of Information request are unacceptable, and we will be contesting their position.” Nile Gardiner, director of the Heritage Foundation’s Margaret Thatcher Center for Freedom, said the response “shows an appalling lack of transparency by the Biden Administration” and vowed to battle on. “To the extent records exist, this office does not find a public interest in disclosure sufficient to override the subject’s privacy interests,” Jimmy Wolfrey, a senior DHS official, wrote. In a letter to the Heritage Foundation, shared by the think tank on Wednesday night, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) notified the think tank that it was rejecting the request, citing privacy concerns. Last week a federal judge gave the government a deadline of June 13 to make a decision on releasing the records. The Washington-based Heritage Foundation has challenged the US government in court to release the Duke of Sussex’s visa records following his admissions of illegal drug use. The US government has been accused of stonewalling over Prince Harry’s immigration records after it rejected a petition to expedite a Freedom of Information request by a conservative think tank seeking their release. ![]() ![]() Posting an unsolvable mess as an ARG will be treated as both spam AND an attempt to avoid punishment for spam. Reviews The General Yo Mini Star is one of our all time favorite pocket throws, and the couldnt be more stoked for this updated version The Mini Star 2 The idea behind the Mini Star 2 was to create a pocket sized throw that behaves and performs like any top level yo-yo on the market. Using an ARG to sidestep one of the other rules will be treated as both a violation of that rule AND an attempt to avoid punishment for said rule. Regarding ARG-style Posts: ARG posts must have a plain English title that refers to the mod it is related to, and there should not be a post related to said ARG more than once every three days (additional information can be made as a comment on the latest post). LP posts without the title of the mod come across as spam, and will therefore be removed. ![]() This community is about promoting the work of mod creators, not the Youtube or Twitch channels of the people playing the mods. "Let's Play" video posts must include the title of the mod in the subject line. Please note that simply endorsing one of these mods is not, by itself, grounds for a ban but repeated/specific efforts to skirt this rule and/or subvert it will not be looked upon fondly. Discussion of banned mods is still allowed, as long as it doesn't include providing links or requesting links to the mods, posting videos of the mods being played, or otherwise suggesting people play them. Linear algebra and matrix creation: It gathers the elements that are fully square. Do not endorse or share any mods listed in the "Mod Notices" section in the subreddit wiki. (Assuming you have permission.) This includes art used in the thumbnails of "Let's Play" videos.ĭo not share mods that have been banned. This is a little Style MOD for the game Spellforce 2 - Master of War based on the Modded-Client. Credit the original artist when not created by the OP. SpellForce 2 Master of War (Cardgame) mod Released 2014. We know that everyone's excited, but "I LOVE DDLC+" posts, while amusing, are counterproductive to the subreddit's goals.Īrtwork posted or used in mods must not belong to another artist, or the OP must have prior permission to use the artwork by the artist. Addendum: We will be keeping an eye on DDLC+ posts that are unrelated to modding. Posts not related to modding are better suited for /r/DDLC. Posts must be related to modding DDLC, and artwork posted must be related to (or tease) a mod that the OP is working on. For comment spoilers, put: >!Just Monika!< and get Just Monika. Tag mod spoilers AND DDLC+ spoilers (for now) in posts or comments. Mods must not be distributed as complete games with executables.Mods must state they are unaffiliated with DDLC and have a link to the original game.DDLC assets may not be used in standalone games.Mods must not be distributed on any DRM platform (Steam, Google Play, GameJolt, itch.io, etc.).We're all modders of different skill levels here, so don't hesitate to ask for help or give help, and don't be mean toward those who do either. (Note that any bans here extend to our server and vice versa)īe Civil and follow Reddiquette. It is advised that you have finished the game at least once, before subscribing as all mods must assume post-game content. Join the game, figure out your strategy and become the ultimate winner.The DDLC Mods community aims to discuss, develop, and enjoy fan-renditions of Team Salvato's Doki Doki Literature Club.Īs the Modding arm, we aim to produce only the best content pursuant to the IP Guidelines established by Team Salvato found here at their Website: The game is very addictive and makes gamers from all over the world connect from home, from work, from campus or even the office! Paperio has simple rules but is very addictive in its simplicity. Develop your own strategy and action plan. The more space you win the higher ranking and scores you get. Capture new territories and become the king of the map! Paper.io 2 - behold the sequel to the popular game. Manage a small board and win territory from your rivals. Get paper.io and join the world gaming community. You can play paper.io online and offline both on a mobile device and a desktop computer. This game is very cool and has nice paper-like graphics and fluid animation. ![]() But you'll prevail of course :) Take their terriory and destroy your enemies, but be careful, your tail is your weak point. ![]() Like in any other IO game there are you and enemies willing to outwit you. This game concept is linked to old Xonix, which appeared in 1984. More! More! More territory! Take it all with new amazing game - Paper.io 3D ![]() ![]() ![]() As Brian noted above, lint free rag and mineral spirits works well also, just use it sparingly. I am very aware of the ill effect of any petroleum based solvents on EPDM rubber. This is the solvent that the RV repair shops use around here. I kept the blade parallel with the EPDM and worked it back and forth with slight pressure inward. The blade was semi flexible and the edge was not sharp, it was somewhat rounded, including the corners. Composition of the Brake Clean is basicly methanol and acetone. I've removed a lot of the Dicor lap sealant using a very well used putty knife. I don't spray the Brake Clean on the EPDM rubber but on a lint free cloth rag for this cleaning operation. After the majority of the old caulking is removed, I use a spray can of Brake Clean, non-chlorinated, solvent to clean the EPDM rubber prior to laying down the butyl tape and new self-leveling caulking. BTW - I purchased the thin blade putty knife from Lowe's. Looking for a solvent that will remove the residue without eating the good. by pressing down on the putty knife blade to keep it flat against the rubber roof material and moving from side to side, you will be able to very neatly remove the old caulking. I want to seal the edge of the butyl between the camper and the trim with 3M4000. Also clean the edge of the inner liner, being careful not to scratch or damage it. Take a putty knife and remove the old seals or adhesive in your window after detaching the glass. I bent the putty knife blade with my fingers to about a 15 deg. Shop Butyl Sealing Tape, Black, 1/8-In x 3/4-In x 30-Foot Plumbers Putty Tape, RV Sealant Tape, Butyl Rubber for Boat Sealing, EDPM Butyl Tape RV - XFasten. Be sure to scrape off the old double-stick tape, and use rubbing alcohol to make sure the surface is clean prior to applying the new tape. at the business end that has the corners radius to prevent gouging the EPDM rubber. The method of removing roof caulking that I have used for a number of years to remove and replace refrigerator roof vents, sky lights, and plumbing vents is by using a metal putty knife with a very thin blade 0.010" thk. PS - Micheal, here is a video installing the MaxxFan - you may already have seen it. ![]() ![]() Too tight and you will crack the flange, or sqeeze and thin out the butyl tape.īe generous with the new Dicor self leveling sealant and overlap well. When installing the new screws into the new Maxxfan flange, only tighten them enough to snug up the flange until the butyl tape starts to compress. I also used new butyl tape on the underside of the new flange, and left most of the old butyl tape on from the previous vent.Īs you pry up the old flange, hold down the EPDM with your other hand to prevent pulling it away from the underlying plywood sheathing. The new Maxxfan OD dimensions were identical to the old fan vent so made it quite easy. It works very well and I wanted to leave as much old goop in place to prevent me from cutting the EPDM trying to get it all off. I "did" use mineral spirits to clean up the old self leveling Dicor- I was aware of the ramifications, however I kept it light and only applied it on a lint free cloth and wiped the old "goop". I did this mod on my bedroom fan last year. ![]() ![]() It can take 2 to 3 weeks for your body to produce the right antibodies and release them in sufficient quantities in your blood, so they can be detected. The antibody response is how your body responds to the antigens that are on the virus, and are therefore found after antigens are present. Antibodies are part of your natural defences (the immune system) and indicate that you have built up protection against the infection. The serological test determines if there are specific antibodies against the SARS-CoV-2 virus in your blood. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully when using a self-test. Self-tests that you can buy in shops are antigen tests. This is especially likely if virus levels are low, such as very early after the onset of symptoms. This means that the test will give a false negative result more often. Because there is no amplification of the signal as in the PCR test, an antigen test is less sensitive. The result is usually visible about fifteen minutes after applying the sample to the test set. The antigen test (or self-test) is a rapid test. Antigens are proteins on the exterior surface of the virus that can produce an immune response in the body (in contrast to the genetic material in the virus). The antigen test (or self-test) detects the presence of antigens for SARS-CoV-2 in nasal and/or throat mucus. As a result, they can complement each other in this respect, rather than competing if supplies become scarce. The LAMP test requires different equipment and chemical substances than are needed for PCR tests. Therefore, this test is faster than the PCR test, which requires fluctuations in temperature. The major advantage of the LAMP test is that the fragments of genetic material are replicated at only one temperature. However, the method used for that purpose in the LAMP test is completely different from the PCR test. The LAMP (loop-mediated isothermal amplification) test is a form of testing in which small fragments of genetic material are copied or replicated, similar to the PCR test. That is why a TMA test cannot be used to determine the Ct value. A TMA test uses a different measuring method than the PCR, expressed in Relative Light Units (RLU). ![]() ![]() A TMA test also detects the presence of amplified genetic material from SARS-CoV-2. TMA testįor a TMA (Transcription Mediated Amplification) test, a sample is taken using the same method as the PCR test, and then processed in a laboratory. That is why a PCR test result always takes a little longer (at least a few hours). A lower Ct value means that there is more virus present in the specimen. If the virus is present in higher levels, it will take fewer amplification cycles to reach that cycle threshold. The ‘Cycle threshold’ or Ct value is the number of amplification cycles required to detect the first signal that the virus is present. During each cycle, the genetic material doubles in volume this continues until it is detected by the PCR device. ![]() The genetic material is copied in different rounds or ‘cycles’. That means that the test cannot give a positive result for other viruses, such as those that cause the flu or the common cold. This fragment of genetic material is specific to the SARS-CoV-2 virus. To ensure that the test will be as sensitive as possible, a specific fragment of the genetic material is amplified (copied) using the polymerase chain reaction method, known as PCR. That means that the PCR test also detects the virus in someone who has a low viral load, either because they are not carrying much of the virus yet, or they no longer have much virus left in their body. That is why the PCR test has a high test sensitivity. In the PCR test, a small fragment of genetic material inside the virus is replicated repeatedly, in order to detect the presence of the virus even in very small quantities. This sample goes to a laboratory, where research is done to check for the presence of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. To perform this test, a smear is taken from the nose and throat with a cotton swab. The PCR test detects specific fragments of genetic material from the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. The polymerase chain reaction test or “PCR test” Due to the testing technique, the tests in the NAAT category are generally more sensitive than the rapid antigen tests (which includes self-tests). The category of tests known as NAAT (Nucleic Acid Amplification Test) includes the PCR test, the TMA test and the LAMP test. Which types of COVID-19 tests are there, and what do they tell us? NAAT category Various types of tests have been used over the past few years to detect a SARS-CoV-2 infection. ![]() ![]() ![]()
![]() TowerMadness also includes replays so you can analyze your strategies to see which work the best. You'll quickly learn that the best strategy is to create a sort of maze with your turrets, forcing enemies to pass by a mix of turrets several times. This means you'll need to place your units in such a way that the enemy will need to navigate around them to reach your flock of sheep. TowerMadness is a bit different from the other games in this collection in that it is an open-field rather than a fixed-path tower defense game. TowerMadness offers both campaign and endless game modes along with an easy tutorial mode in the beginning to get you comfortable with the gameplay. ![]() A recent update added 5 more maps, and two new weapon upgrades to add to the replay value. You'll play on 49 included maps, but you can purchase 28 expansion maps from within the game. You can view the action from above or use a reverse-pinch gesture to zoom in on the action. Featuring 3D graphics that look great on the Retina Display, TowerMadness challenges you to defend a flock of sheep from an onslaught of attacking aliens. "It would be madness to miss this comes highly recommended." "If you’re a fan of Tower Defense games, do yourself a huge favor and check out TowerMadness." There are plenty of tower defense strategy games out there, but TowerMadness brings the genre to a new level." The classic iOS game that started it all, TowerMadness is back and better than ever with iOS 13 and iPhone 11 support!Įvil aliens are coming to turn your beloved sheep into intergalactic scarves! Protect the flock using only quick thinking and the arsenal of upgradeable weaponry at your disposal.TowerMadness has been around for a while now, but the unique challenge and several updates over time make it a must-have for tower defense fans.
![]() Personality… intelligent, reserved, methodical, and resilient. She’ll have to convince him to let her fight as well as prove that she can handle the pressure of a real Kaiju attack. Although she clearly proves that she and Raleigh could be the perfect co-pilots for each other, Pentecost still has many reservations about her entering the battlefield. Mako’s life has been traumatic due to the death of her family, but this only fuels her desire to prove herself and to fight the Kaiju. However, when she helps Pentecost recruit the former star pilot, Raleigh Becket, the two seem to share an intensely personal connection that might just make them “drift compatible": the ability to share emotions, thoughts, and memories with another person in order to successfully control a Jaeger.Ĭhallenge… overcoming her fears and proving herself a capable pilot. She can barely make friendships or socialize with those she works with, and spends most of her time alone. In the midst of chaos during heightened Kaiju attacks, Mako hasn’t had a lot of time for relationships beyond the close and respectful relationship she has with Pentecost. With the guidance of Pentecost, Mako also trains to become a skilled Ranger, with record-setting scores on the Jaeger simulator. Mako’s job is to repair the old Jaeger, Gipsy Danger, which belonged to former co-pilots and brothers, Yancy and Raleigh Becket. She enrolled in the Jaeger Academy, a program designed to train pilots to combat the invading Kaiju, and quickly became a skilled technician specializing in mechanics and engineering. Profession… Jaeger mechanic, and aspiring Ranger. She and Pentecost live and work at the Pan Pacific Defense Corps inside the Shatterdome in Hong Kong. Mako lives with Pentecost who adopted her after the death of her parents. Just as the Kaiju was surely about to kill her, Stacker Pentecost saved her while piloting his Jaeger, a giant mecha robot designed to kill the Kaiju. When she was just a young girl, Mako became separated from her parents during a Kaiju (massive amphibious creature from another dimension) attack on Tokyo, and came face to face with the enormous Onibaba Kaiju. Mako grew up with her mother Sumako and father Masao Mori, who was a sword maker. From there it's one Kaiju confrontation after another, on land and sea, expertly filmed with 3-D pressed to its limits.Grew Up… in a village in Tanegashima, Japan. In the future women are on the combat front lines, so Mako Mori (Rinko Kikuchi, Babel) becomes Raleigh's co-pilot and emotional distraction. Raleigh leaves the Jaeger corps for a no-spoil reason but returns when ramrod commander Stacker Pentecost (Idris Elba) needs a pilot for a delicate mission to eliminate Kaijus once and for all. Even if we've seen these characters before in movies, from Armageddon to anime, the sense of romance, loyalty and loss Pacific Rim invites is impressive. ![]() Pacific Rim is a rare blockbuster that pays attention to people as well as their machines. Raleigh Becket (Charlie Hunnam) and his brother Yancy (Diego Klattenhoff) are top gun Jaeger meisters who, during a bravura 18-minute prologue, demonstrate how the robots operate and what they're going against. Family combos are best since they have a head start on bonding. The pilots operate in a mind meld ("The more you bond, the badder you fight") providing an atypical level of character development for a creature feature. Kaijus had the upper hand for years, until nations united to create Jaegers, robots so enormous that two internal pilots are required. Their battleground is the Pacific Ocean - Asian coast, in a nod to Toho Studios - where in the not-too-distant future an underwater fissure becomes a portal between dimensions. The bad guy Kaijus resemble Kraken's ugly cousins, sprouting bat wings, spitting acid and categorized like hurricanes, 1 to 5. The good guy Jaegers resemble Transformers, but unlike Michael Bay's soulless bombast, there's not one but two hearts beating within the metal shell. ![]() ![]() On your right you will find a sign on the wall inside of the room. ![]() Specifically you will need to obtain the 2nd Nidhogg which will then take you along a path down a hallway which then blocks your path. You will find the first of the Devil May Cry 5 Secret Missions in mission 2, fairly easy as you’ll end up on a deteriorating house – so you’ll bump into this one organically by playing the story. Devil May Cry 5 Secret Missions #1 (Mission 2) It’s worth noting that the secret missions aren’t time-sensitive, and you can access them at any point from the main menu.Įvery time you complete a mission you’ll obtain a blue orb, equating to a total of three orbs will see your health bar increase to assist you. The objective of the mission will appear once the shape is aligned, and a mission can be anything from taking down an enemy with a single bullet to killing a wave of enemies without incurring any damage. Once in the correct position the area will begin glowing for you to align the shape once you’ve centred the camera. ![]() ![]() Amongst the game’s 20 main missions you’ll find twelve Devil May Cry 5 Secret Missions – but only if you know where to find them.Ĭapcom’s Devil May Cry 5 Secret Missions will be defined by a massive pentagram which will require you to stand in a specific position. If you’ve already started playing the game you’ll likely be familiar that Devil may Cry 5 has a total of 20 missions. ![]() ![]() These plans provide a range of options to suit various needs and budgets. Microsoft 365 pricing offers different plans tailored for home and personal use. Microsoft 365 features Plans and price Home & Personal Share Links, Not Files: Share files through OneDrive links, allowing recipients to edit and track changes in real-time. Secure Cloud Storage: Microsoft Office 365's secure cloud storage, OneDrive, provides up to 1TB of storage for real-time collaboration and protection from leaks and malware. In this post, we're diving into some lesser-known but highly effective features that can take your Microsoft Office 365 experience to the next level.Ĭollaborate Like a Pro: Microsoft Office 365 allows teams to collaborate in real-time through instant messaging, audio/video meetings, and screen sharing.Ī Single License for All: Microsoft Office 365 offers a single license fee to simplify app subscriptions and stay up-to-date with the latest versions. It's a powerhouse of tools that can supercharge your productivity. Microsoft Office 365 is more than just your average email app. Hence, we will talk about microsoft office versions comparison as it is important to understand the differences before making a purchase decision. It caters to both PC and Mac users, but there are different versions of the product available, each tailored to specific needs. ![]() Its flagship products, such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, OneNote, and Outlook, have become essential tools for boosting productivity and professionalism. ![]() Microsoft Office has been the go-to office suite for home, student, and business users, with over 1.5 billion users worldwide. Microsoft Comparison between the Microsoft Office Versions In this article, we provide insights into major Microsoft Office versions, focusing on Microsoft 365, Office 2021, Office 2019, and Office 2016. Whether you're a new user or looking for the best version, understanding the differences is crucial. With versions like Microsoft 365, Office 2021, Office 2019, and Office 2016, it can be challenging to differentiate between them. Microsoft Office is a widely recognized office suite that has undergone significant development over the years. ![]() |
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