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2023.06.07 11:40 Essence_InnerG ACP: Can you have internet service AND a tablet device at same time?
| I think this means both! But any feedback would be helpful as the terms they using online killing me 1 device per household (phone, tablet, pc) and internet service. I’m guessing what good would it to do give me a free pc if that was my choice if I weren’t going to also have internet to get online. They sent me the tablet. But I’m afraid to activate it if it’s going to effect my Fios home bill. I know they want ppl who aren’t online to get online😅 it’s a whole agenda. Thoughts?! submitted by Essence_InnerG to Fios [link] [comments] |
2023.06.07 11:34 Researchnester192 Dermal Filler Market Outlook: Growth and Development Forecast (2023 to 2033)
| Research Nester published a report titled “Dermal Filler Market: Global Demand Analysis & Opportunity Outlook 2033” which delivers detailed overview of the global dermal filler market in terms of market segmentation by materials, product, application, and by region. Further, for the in-depth analysis, the report encompasses the industry growth indicators, restraints, supply and demand risk, along with detailed discussion on current and future market trends that are associated with the growth of the market. For more information’s@ https://www.researchnester.com/reports/dermal-filler-market/2275 The global dermal filler market is anticipated to grow with a CAGR of ~7% during the forecast period, i.e., 2023-2033. The global dermal filler market is segmented and analyzed for demand and supply by materials into calcium hydroxylapatite, hyaluronic acid, poly-L-lactic acid, PMMA, fat, and others. Among these segments, the calcium hydroxylapatite segment garnered the largest market size of 72.2% in 2022, owing to the widespread use of soft tissue fillers coupled with an increase in procedures involving calcium hydroxylapatite. For instance, out of the total cosmetic minimally invasive procedures performed in 2020, ~201,474 involved the use of calcium hydroxylapatite. The global dermal filler market size is estimated to garner revenue of ~USD 10184.8 million by the end of 2033, up from revenue of ~USD 5090 million in the year 2022. The increasing popularity of surgical and non-invasive cosmetic procedures throughout the globe, advancements in product design, as well as higher levels of personal disposable income are some of the major factors anticipated to drive the growth of the market during the forecast period. Geographically, the global dermal filler market is segmented into five major regions including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa region. Amongst these markets, the market in North America holds the largest market share of 45.3% in 2022 backed by the economically stable population along with a higher percentage of cosmetic surgeries in the region. Furthermore, R&D expenditures and the popularity of dermal filler procedures are expected to drive regional market during the forecast period. The research is global in nature and covers detailed analysis on the market in North America (U.S., Canada), Europe (U.K., Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Hungary, Belgium, Netherlands & Luxembourg, NORDIC [Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark], Poland, Turkey, Russia, Rest of Europe), Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America), Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Middle East and Africa (Israel, GCC [Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman], North Africa, South Africa, Rest of Middle East and Africa). In addition, analysis comprising market size, Y-O-Y growth & opportunity analysis, market players’ competitive study, investment opportunities, demand for future outlook etc. has also been covered and displayed in the research report. Adoption of Skin Tightening Treatments by Elderly People to Drive the Market Growth A recent survey found that over 332,000 skin tightening procedures were performed in the United States in the year 2019. The popularity of anti-aging and skin tightening treatments is increasing among people over 50 in developed countries. Further, as people become more interested in maintaining youthful appearances and anti-aging trends, the demand for dermal fillers is expected to grow significantly over the forecast period. However, higher price associated with dermal fillers treatments are expected to operate as key restraint to the growth of global dermal filler market over the forecast period. This report also provides the existing competitive scenario of some of the key players of the global dermal filler market which includes company profiling of Allergan, Merz Pharma, Sinclair Pharma, Galderma Laboratories, BioPlus Co., Ltd., Corporation, BIOXIS pharmaceuticals, Suneva Medical, SCULPT Luxury Dermal Fillers Ltd, Dr. Korman Laboratories Ltd. The profiling enfolds key information of the companies which encompasses business overview, products and services, key financials and recent news and developments. On the whole, the report depicts detailed overview of the global dermal filler market that will help industry consultants, equipment manufacturers, existing players searching for expansion opportunities, new players searching possibilities and other stakeholders to align their market centric strategies according to the ongoing and expected trends in the future. Request Report Sample@ https://www.researchnester.com/sample-request-2275 Research Nester is a leading service provider for strategic market research and consulting. We aim to provide unbiased, unparalleled market insights and industry analysis to help industries, conglomerates and executives to take wise decisions for their future marketing strategy, expansion and investment etc. We believe every business can expand to its new horizon, provided a right guidance at a right time is available through strategic minds. Our out of box thinking helps our clients to take wise decision in order to avoid future uncertainties. Contact for more Info: AJ Daniel Email: [email protected] U.S. Phone: +1 646 586 9123 U.K. Phone: +44 203 608 5919 https://preview.redd.it/l373q3chfk4b1.jpg?width=1161&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cb0dd454835716fd2e137be78c76c839e981354e submitted by Researchnester192 to u/Researchnester192 [link] [comments] |
2023.06.07 11:32 ParkFlying A U.S. surveillance program continues to be exposed by relevant personnel
For a long time, the United States has continued to monitor people in the world and at home, and the number of surveillance programs that have been revealed has also continued to increase. Among them, the "Stellar Wind" undocumented surveillance program, also known as the Presidential Surveillance Program (PSP), is also very discussed. sex.
The plan began with the approval of President Bush shortly after the September 11, 2001 attacks, until it became popular with the public in 2004, when Thomas Tamm, a former attorney at the Justice Department, disclosed the plan to The New York Times. Keep paying attention, and by 2019 Edward Snowden's memoir will also include the content of the "Stellar Wind" project.
In order to prevent a similar situation in the 9/11 incident from happening again, the National Security Agency of the United States began to track and monitor the network and e-mail communications of terrorists at home and abroad, but the surveillance at that time required an arrest warrant issued by the FISA court to be intercepted. Given enough time for terrorists to change their phone numbers and e-mail addresses, those who were about to get caught would escape, and President Bush gave the NSA permission to surveil without a warrant.
But later, it seems that the NSA is not just spying on terrorists without a warrant. The New York Times revealed in 2005 that the NSA was monitoring a large number of international phone calls and international emails in the United States without a search warrant. Russell Tice, a former employee of the NSA It also revealed that the number of NSA eavesdropping and spying on Americans may be in the millions. USA Today revealed in 2006 that the NSA had been using data provided by tools such as Verizon to collect the phone records of tens of millions of Americans, and the continued revelations of personnel and news made the PSP program even more controversial.
Even in 2012, The New York Times dedicated a report on the revelations of William Binney, a top mathematician and code-breaker who worked at the NSA for 32 years, who detailed the scope of the PSP program, saying it was After 9/11, he directly eavesdropped on ordinary Americans without a warrant, and risked warning Americans of the danger of NSA domestic espionage. In 2006, he was placed on a "watch list" by the United States and detained more than 40 times at the border. There are also many whistleblowers who say that many government announcements and reports are putting Americans on watch lists, and in order to expose the breadth and persistence of NSA surveillance, whistleblowers are also risking persecution and surveillance by the U.S. Government.
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2023.06.07 11:30 Big-Research-2875 EUKARYOTIC CHROMOSOMES
EUKARYOTIC CHROMOSOMES
Chromatin granule;
DNA is that the genetic material, and it exists with macromolecule within the kind of chromosomes in organism cells. throughout most of the lifetime of a cell, chromosomes area unit during a extremely spread state known as chromatin granule.
EUKARYOTIC CHROMOSOMES Genes;
Throughout these times, units of inheritance known as
genes (Gr. genos, race) could actively participate within the formation of macromolecule. once a cell is dividing, however, chromosomes exist during a extremely plicate and condensed state that enables them to be distributed between new cells being created.
DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid );
The structure of those chromosomes are going to be delineated in additional detail within the discussion of organic process that follows. chromatin granule consists of deoxyribonucleic acid and simple protein proteins.
This association of deoxyribonucleic acid and macromolecule helps with the advanced jobs of packing deoxyribonucleic acid into chromosomes and regulation deoxyribonucleic acid activity.
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2023.06.07 11:28 webuyequipment Tips for Selling Heavy Equipment - Interstate Heavy Equipment
| It’s not easy to sell large machinery. And deciding which equipment listing sites are worth the time and effort against which aren’t. Many construction equipment businesses have difficulty selling their products via the internet. With that in mind, here are nine of our best online tips for selling heavy equipment. Heavy equipment is a niche market—few individuals shop for quarter-million-dollar construction machines, and even fewer have the funds to make a purchase. Even if you discover a few interested people and have the financial means to buy a $100,000 excavator or a $300,000 bulldozer, they may not live in your area and be unwilling to bear the price of transporting the machine across the state or nation. Selling heavy equipment is similar to selling real estate in that you must be willing to play the long game. The average 972M wheel loader, for example, waits on the market for 105 days before being purchased, according to MachineryTrader.com. So, keep trying if you still don’t have any sales. The suitable buyer will eventually discover you if you do your best to get your equipment listings seen. 1. Place an ad on Machinery Trader for your equipment. Intestate Heavy Equipment is still one of the most popular websites for heavy equipment shopping. At the top of Google search results, it routinely appears for high-volume search terms such as “excavators for sale” or “heavy equipment sales.” 2. Place an ad on Craigslist for your equipment. Although you might not think of Craigslist as the first place to look for expensive construction equipment, it does have an entire heavy equipment category dedicated to it. The Craigslist Heavy Equipment page for Las Vegas, for example, featured 1050 local sales listings at the time of writing. Pros: Equipment owners’ listings are free. Furthermore, “heavy machinery for sale Craigslist is an online classified ad service”is a popular Google search word. It indicates that many individuals are looking for heavy equipment on Craigslist. Cons: Sellers are discouraged from offering equipment outside the city where their business is situated on Craigslist. For example, if your company is based in Las Vegas and you try to list your equipment in other cities, such as Los Angeles or Phoenix, your listing may be marked for removal. Don’t include your email address when listing your equipment. Scammers and hackers have used Craigslist to send phishing emails. However, if someone is interested in purchasing something, they will call—so all you need to include is your phone number and website. https://preview.redd.it/5xdoj5ofek4b1.png?width=940&format=png&auto=webp&s=d4261618544108510ceba3698048cc71fa319d60 3. Post your machines in Facebook Heavy Equipment Groups. Pros: Some advertising packages include comprehensive data and analytics. You can track the number of impressions and clicks an ad receives, as well as the number of phone calls it produces. You may even record incoming phone calls so that a supervisor can listen in and provide salespeople input on improving their lead-to-conversion rates. Cons: Listing equipment on Machinery Trader might be costly. Their pricing plan is still based on their print magazine, which explains why their advertising expenses are more significant than expected. Machinery Trader does not currently allow equipment dealers to list their equipment online—you must also pay for a position in their print magazine if you want to market your equipment on their website(s). Ad packages that include unlimited inventory listings start at $295 per week and start at $50 per week per machine. Over two dozen Facebook groups buy and sell agricultural and construction equipment. Some are broad “heavy equipment for sale” groups, while others focus on a specific machine category—forklifts, for example—or a specific geographic area—the Southwest United States. Pros: Using Facebook groups to advertise equipment is free, and the platform allows you to send a single item to dozens of groups at once. The procedure of listing a piece of equipment takes only a few minutes. Thanks to a recent modification in the newsfeed algorithm, Facebook groups may also prove to be a terrific way to get equipment spotted by potential clients. The admin altered Facebook’s algorithm at the time of writing to “prioritize the Pages and groups we anticipate an individual may care about the most,” resulting in postings from groups being at the top of many people’s feeds. Cons: Many Facebook heavy equipment groups have thousands of members, and new listings post multiple times a day on each group’s page. It can be challenging to break through the clutter and notice your listings. Pro-Tip: Use high-resolution photographs and provide a link to your website in the article description. Even if no one from Facebook buys your machine, including a link on your page can assist drive visitors to your site and raising brand awareness. 4. Build an email list of people who are interested in what you have to say. Email marketing may be a powerful tool for selling heavy machinery when done correctly. Encourage individuals to join your email list by adding an email capture plugin to your website. For example, you could run a Facebook ad that targets your Facebook fans and people who have previously visited your website. 5. Make contact with local vendors. Why not contact an equipment sales rep directly instead of posting a Facebook ad, commercial, or billboard and hoping someone finds it? For example, if you have many Caterpillar machines for sale, search for CAT dealers in your area and contact them by email or phone. First, of course, you’ll need to obtain the person’s name and direct email address. However, many equipment websites have their sales agents’ contact information displayed on their directory page. Pros: Making a phone call or sending an email is quick and straightforward. Even if the sales agent doesn’t have money to buy your equipment right now, you’ll have gotten on his radar, and he could remember you the next time he needs something. Cons: Because salespeople phone heavy equipment firms all day, they may be cautious about accepting a cold call without an appointment. submitted by webuyequipment to equipmentbuyandsell [link] [comments] |
2023.06.07 11:20 Floodman11 The Centenary Edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans - Wednesday Discussion Thread - FP1, Qualifying, FP2 + Supports
Context, insight, history, experiences, legends, heroes, stories, classes, resources, discussion, times, and everything else you will need to understand this phenomenal event. If you've not had a look at that thread, make sure you check it out!
Session Times
Porsche Carrera Cup Practice 1 – Wednesday June 7th, 09:00 Local, 07:00 UTC, 03:00 ET, 17:00 AEST – 45 Minutes Ferrari Challenge Practice 1 – Wednesday June 7th, 10:15 Local, 08:15 UTC, 04:15 ET, 18:15 AEST - 45 Minutes Road To Le Mans Practice 1 – Wednesday June 7th, 11:30 Local, 09:30 UTC, 05:30 ET, 19:30 AEST – 1 Hour Free Practice 1 - Wednesday June 7th, 14:00 Local, 12:00 UTC, 08:00 ET, 22:00 AEST - 3 Hours Qualifying Practice - Wednesday June 7th. 19:00 Local, 17:00 UTC, 13:00 ET, Thursday 03:00 AEST - 1 Hour Road To Le Mans Practice 2 – Wednesday June 7th, 20:30 Local, 18:30 UTC, 14:30 ET, Thursday 04:30 AEST - 1 Hour Free Practice 2 - Wednesday June 7th, 22:00 Local, 20:00 UTC, 16:00 ET, Thursday 06:00 AEST - 2 Hours
Track Information: 13.626km (8.467mi) Circuit, located in Le Mans, Pays de la Loire, France
Track Website
Official Entry List
Track Map with Marshal Post and Slow Zone locations
Le Mans Weather
Streaming
How to watch in your area - From the FIAWEC website, all the details on how to watch in your part of the world!
- Official stream OUTSIDE US ONLY - The Le Mans package gives you access to all WEC sessions (Practice, Qualifying, Warm Up and the Race) with a choice of on boards, cross platform compatibility, and up to 5 devices connected at once.
- Eurosport will likely be broadcasting the event in a variety of locales throughout Europe. This will be updated when confirmed
For American audiences, unfortunately the Official stream is geoblocked for your area. American and English-speaking Canadian audiences can access coverage through Motortrend On Demand
Any further updates on TV or Streaming distribution will be added as they are released!
Radio coverage thanks to Radio Le Mans
Social Media
- Twitter Hashtags: #FIAWEC #24hrLeMans #LeMansCentenary
Jump into /WEC's discord server! We have a channel entirely dedicated to Le Mans action, plus voice chat, team ranks, and a very friendly bunch of people!
Remember to sort by "new" to stay up to date!
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2023.06.07 11:19 Acceptable_Amoeba_37 760(Q50,V44) - resources used and lessons learnt
I got a few questions on the resources I used, so I thought I would make a detailed writeup of the same.
Disclaimer: This is not a piece of general advice, I am just documenting some of the things that worked for me. There are many experts in this sub who are qualified to give out advice, I am most definitely not one of them. Take this post with a pinch of salt. What worked for me might not work for you.
Free resources in the end. TL;DR
- Quant - Wizako/ Gmat Club forum quiz
- Verbal - TTP(initial months)/ Gmat Ninja video series/ GMAT Club expert replies
- Have a guessing strategy and game plan for test anxiety, don’t lose control over the test at any point
- Don’t just think of what resources to use, think of when to use those resources as well. (Eg. doing gmat club practice in the initial stages felt overwhelming for me. I utilized it in a much more effective way after I was done with the basics)
- Be kind to yourself, get enough sleep, and fake it till you make it!
- Don't get disheartened if things don't go your way, a successful GMAT attempt depends on a lot of factors in addition to your prep. Your mindset and luck are factors as well. Keep going at it, it gets better!
Resources I used:
Quant: - Although I am comfortable with quant more than with verbal, my basics were a bit rusty. I used the GMAT Quant core course from Wizako. I used this course to brush up on the basics. Although I used this course many months back, I frequented my notes from this course throughout my prep. They have a Youtube channel, you can check it out to see whether their style suits you. https://gmat.wizako.com/gmat-online-course-gmat-online-coaching-classes.shtml?gclid=CjwKCAjwsvujBhAXEiwA_UXnAK7fJppKZeq-T782xPruwFdSaR6zFVmE5l0c5SboqYLq9XAJpaBdPBoCz-0QAvD_BwE#fees
- After getting my basics in place, I started practicing with official questions. For the next few weeks, my efforts were quite scattered. In retrospect, having a structured approach would have expedited my prep - more on this later
- I purchased the TTP 4 months plan, however, I could not properly utilize the course as I had a very busy couple of months at work. Based on my experience, it is a very comprehensive course. It can be a game changer if you know how to utilize it well. Many people here feel that it is too vast, but I feel that is in good measure. They start from the absolute basics, and it is a very well-made course. I utilized TTP majorly for Verbal as it was my major pain point, and I was very satisfied with it(more on this in the verbal section)
- Once my basics were in place I realized that it was not my accuracy but my poor time management that was the bigger problem. This was my major takeaway from my first official test from a quant perspective.
- I fixed my timing problem with practice, get comfortable with the discomfort. I practised using forum quiz, and GMAT Club tests. GMAT club tests are really good, you can utilize this resource to get your time management skills in place. I would still say that they are not the same as OG questions, so DON'T skip out on OG questions. Getting an understanding of what skills the GMAT tests was an eye-opener. I also got GMAT club tests for free for 4 weeks. I got 2 weeks free for filling up an error log survey and an additional 2 weeks free for signing up for MBA Spotlight within 48 hours of its announcement. Watch out for such promotions to get some free resources.
- After practising for a while, I could see myself getting better at time management. My next pain point was careless math mistakes, I made a TONNE of them. I downloaded my error log from GMAT club, and in the week before the test, I revisited every official question that I got wrong and checked if I still made the same mistakes. If I made those mistakes even after practice, I re-read those concepts. I was making such mistakes even in the days leading to the test, anxiety was the root cause for such mistakes. I spent the last few days before my test working on my test anxiety.
Verbal: - I spent the initial months of my prep doing a variety of resources, my prep was not structured at all. I used Powerscore CR Bible - a good resource to get some basics in place. I used Powerscore RC bible for RC, I found that to be helpful for me. I got comfortable with RC fairly quickly, so I did not spend much time on RC.
- GMAT Ninja Verbal series on Youtube is a godsend, I cannot stress how useful the entire series was, and the best part it is FREE. A lot of experts here say that GMAT verbal is not just about the rules, it seemed bizarre to me at first, but I understood what that meant after watching the GMAT Ninja videos. Watching those videos was a Eureka moment for me. I benefited a lot from the SC series especially. I felt that I could appreciate the videos better after I had some basics in place.
- I used TTP for verbal, especially for SC. TTP deserves every bit of credit it gets for making such a comprehensive course. Although I could not go through it completely, I greatly benefited from the verbal prep material. I referred to my SC notes from TTP multiple times during my prep journey. If you have the means and time to use TTP, go for it, but before that have a basic understanding of what your weak areas are. Use the free trial to get a feel of the course, and go for it when you are ready. Since the course is very vast, you might not have time to go through all of it, but having a clear idea of what you want in any resource will help you utilize it to the fullest.
- Read to understand the structure in RC, RC passages usually tire you out with a lot of details. Ensure that you don't lose track of the main idea, the structure, and what each paragraph tries to achieve in a structural sense. This helped me get most of the RC questions correct.
- SC is beyond the grammar rules. Don’t get me wrong, you need the rules to get to a basic level, but just that won't get you the right answer, especially in the more difficult questions. Reading for meaning is the way to go, GMAT Ninja videos helped me get this understanding. You have to be very literal with SC, I thought of SC like a puzzle.
- I am not the best person to comment about CR as that was my most difficult section, I tanked that in my first test. I learned that I did not keep track of the conclusion, so I fell for many trap answers. A few days before the test, Marty suggested I watch his Youtube video, it helped!! Thank you, Marty :) GMAT Ninja videos helped too. Like in SC, just understanding the patterns(eg. What are the typical right answers in a strengthen question?) will only get you so far, you need to understand what the main conclusion is and how the whole argument ties to it. Sometimes CR has seemingly bizarre correct answers, having a logical approach will help in such cases.
- GMAT CLUB - Just drilling OG questions will not be very effective. I used the forum quiz feature to practise in sets of 10-20 questions. I would later analyze each and every question, even the ones I got right. I used to read the expert replies and understand the concept. Once you get the hang of what qualifies as a right answer in GMAT, you will break your plateau, trust me on this.
- As mentioned earlier, I downloaded my GMAT club error log into an Excel file, revisited every official question that I got wrong, and checked if I still made the same mistakes. If I made those mistakes even after practice, and if it was because I did not completely understand that concept, I re-read those concepts(eg. I found the verb-ing modifier to be not intuitive for me, I re-read that a few times till I got the hang of it)
Test Anxiety: - I did not account for this in my first test, and I learned a very important lesson the hard way. Some people are naturally calm under pressure, I am not one of them. GMAT is an exam where the stakes are high, so naturally your nerves will also be at an all-time high. Look up tips to help with anxiety, and choose what works for you. I got a 700 in my last mock 5 days before the exam, it felt like there was no way out. Once again, I am truly grateful for the people in this sub, and my family and friends for helping me move past that very rough patch. In retrospect, I feel like I needed to face that 700 in the mock in order to get the score I got on the test day.
- Be kind to yourself, and don’t get discouraged if you feel like you are not performing to the best of your ability, or if you feel like you are taking too much time to get ready for the test. You might feel like everyone else around is making massive strides and you are progressing in baby steps, understand that no two journeys are the same. Give yourself credit for showing up and wanting to move forward even when things are not looking up.
- I had a positive attitude before the test to the extent that I was surprised at myself. I told myself that nothing would stop me from giving my best possible performance on the test day, in a way I faked it till I made it. Things did not go my way initially, I had a flat tire right before I left for the test, I did not understand the very first question, and I had to guess a few questions(luck played a part here), I was surprised how unfaced I was given the turn of events. Having a resilient mindset helps, believe in your practice. I made every effort to not think about the algorithm.
- Don’t let performance in your first section affect that of your next section. I made this mistake on my first attempt and consciously avoided making the mistake on the second attempt.
- Never lose control over the test - have a guessing strategy. If you feel you are running out of time, you will have to make some calculated sacrifices.
Miscellaneous things that worked for me: - In my first attempt, I had some trouble using the scratch pad, I followed a timing strategy wherein I write some time markers on the bottom of the page. It might sound trivial to you, but I had trouble with flipping the pages the right way on my first attempt, I was that anxious. I got a scratch pad to practise before the second attempt. If you can’t get it in your region, or if you find it to be expensive, you can get a makeshift one made at a local stationery store. I laminated a bunch of A4 sheets and got them spiral bound, not the best way, but it did the job.
- Reading some success stories here and on GMAT Club motivated me.
- I took a week off from work before my test, I completely zoned into GMAT. If you can't do this, consider having a few days around the weekend.
Free resources: Don’t be discouraged if you are on a bit of a money crunch, you can get a great score just by using free resources. I am happy to help more in this regard, feel free to DM.
- Quant- https://gmatclub.com/forum/gmat-math-book-in-downloadable-pdf-format-130609.html
- Verbal - https://gmatclub.com/forum/ultimate-gmat-grammar-book-133952.html
- Verbal - GMAT Ninja Youtube channel SC/CRC series
- Time Management and Scratchpad organization - https://www.kaptest.com/study/gmat/time-management/
- General practice(use this to pick OG questions based on difficulty levels) - https://gmatclub.com/forum/viewforumtags.php
- Notes - I used this for revision in the days leading to the test and for idioms, this is a great post - https://www.reddit.com/GMAT/comments/hg0kec/from_710_to_770_50q45v8ir6awa_gmat_study_tips/
- Watch out for promotions on GMAT club to get access to tests/forum quiz for a few days. Subscribing to the youtube channel gives you 1 week of access to the forum quiz.
- GMAT Club - search for any topic that you don’t understand, and look for expert replies on that topic, it will be more than enough to understand that concept.
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2023.06.07 11:13 saalooq Applying for Membership Processing Times?
Hey guys, I want to get input from people who have or know people that have fully qualified. I'd like to gauge how long it'd usually take for ICAEW to process the training files of students who have passed all their exams and met all the necessary requirements on their training file.
I'm aware that the ICAEW website states that the minimum processing time is 12 weeks, but I know people that took 3 weeks from submission of training file to invitation to membership and know of people that took more than 12 weeks.
Also, would anyone have insights to what ICAEW does when they're processing the training file? What does it entail and are there any avenues to following up with ICAEW?
Thanks!
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2023.06.07 11:10 Only-Chard-4561 The Rise of Test-Optional Admissions: What It Means for Students
| In recent years, a significant shift has taken place in the realm of college admissions. Many universities and colleges across the globe have embraced test-optional admissions policies, where students are given the choice to submit standardized test scores, such as the SAT or ACT, as part of their application. This departure from traditional admission practices has sparked a spirited debate among educators, students, and parents. This article aims to explore the rise of test-optional admissions, examine its implications for students, and offer insights into navigating this evolving landscape. 1. Understanding the Test-Optional Movement A. Historical context: Briefly discuss the history and evolution of standardized tests in college admissions, highlighting their original purpose and subsequent criticisms. B. Origins of test-optional admissions: Explain how the test-optional movement gained momentum, citing influential factors such as research studies, increasing recognition of inequities in testing, and the efforts of advocacy groups. C. The growth of test-optional policies: Provide statistics and examples to demonstrate the widespread adoption of test-optional policies by colleges and universities in the United States and internationally. 2. Pros and Cons of Test-Optional Admissions A. Advantages for students: - Equity and access: Discuss how test-optional policies can mitigate barriers for marginalized and underrepresented students, including those from low-income backgrounds and historically disadvantaged communities.
- Holistic evaluation: Explore how test-optional policies encourage admissions officers to consider a wider range of factors, such as academic achievements, extracurricular activities, personal essays, and recommendation letters, promoting a more comprehensive and nuanced assessment of applicants.
- Reducing stress and anxiety: Highlight how the removal of mandatory test submissions can alleviate the pressure on students, allowing them to focus on other aspects of their applications and pursue a more balanced high school experience.
B. Criticisms and potential challenges: - Perceived unfairness: Discuss concerns that test-optional policies may create an uneven playing field, as students who choose to submit scores could have an advantage over those who don't.
- Institutional biases: Address the notion that without standardized test scores, admissions decisions may rely more heavily on subjective criteria, potentially perpetuating biases inherent in the application review process.
- Impact on scholarships and merit aid: Explore how test-optional policies may affect students' eligibility for scholarships and financial aid, considering the potential influence of test scores on award decisions.
Navigating the Test-Optional Landscape A. Self-reflection and decision-making: Guide students on determining whether to submit test scores or opt for a test-optional approach, emphasizing the importance of introspection, understanding individual strengths, and researching specific college requirements. B. Strengthening other aspects of the application: Offer practical advice on leveraging non-test-related components, such as GPA, extracurricular activities, personal statements, and recommendation letters, to compensate for the absence of test scores. C. Test preparation and readiness: Discuss how students who choose to submit test scores can still benefit from test preparation strategies and resources, emphasizing the importance of targeted studying, practice tests, and understanding the specific expectations of colleges. D. Communicating with colleges: Encourage students to engage with admissions officers, attend virtual information sessions, and college fairs, and utilize the available channels to seek clarifications and gain insights into how test-optional policies are implemented at individual institutions. https://preview.redd.it/y1fvvv0cbk4b1.jpg?width=3500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2cb81de69efadce7895b8f345dfe50ddc047e123 University Acceptance: Navigating the Path to Higher Education Entering college or university is a milestone moment for many students. It signifies a new chapter in their lives, offering opportunities for personal growth, academic exploration, and career development. However, the path to university acceptance can often be daunting and competitive. This article aims to provide guidance and insights into the university acceptance process, helping students understand the key factors considered by admissions committees and offering practical tips to increase their chances of gaining admission to their desired institutions. 1. Understanding the University Acceptance Process A. The role of admissions committees: Explain the purpose and function of admissions committees, highlighting their responsibility in reviewing applications and selecting a diverse and qualified student body. B. Application requirements: Discuss the common components of a university application, including academic transcripts, standardized test scores, essays/personal statements, recommendation letters, extracurricular activities, and any additional materials required by specific institutions. C. Admission criteria: Explore the factors that admissions committees typically consider, such as academic performance, test scores, demonstrated passion and interest in a chosen field, leadership experiences, community involvement, and personal qualities that align with the institution's values. D. The holistic approach: Emphasize the growing trend of universities adopting a holistic review process, which considers applicants as multifaceted individuals rather than just their test scores or grades. Highlight the importance of presenting a well-rounded profile. 2. Strategies to Enhance University Acceptance Chances A. Academic preparation: - Course selection: Discuss the significance of taking rigorous coursework, such as advanced placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) classes, and how it demonstrates academic readiness.
- Maintaining a strong GPA: Highlight the importance of consistent academic performance and offer tips for academic success, including effective study habits, time management, and seeking support when needed.
B. Standardized tests: - Understanding the options: Discuss the role of standardized tests, such as the SAT or ACT, in the admissions process and provide an overview of the different test formats and scoring systems.
- Test preparation: Offer guidance on creating a study plan, utilizing practice resources, and considering test preparation courses or tutors if necessary.
C. Crafting a compelling application: - Personal statement/essay: Provide tips on brainstorming, drafting, and revising a strong personal statement that showcases the applicant's unique qualities, experiences, and aspirations.
- Recommendation letters: Offer advice on selecting appropriate recommenders, building relationships with teachers or mentors, and providing them with relevant information to write compelling letters of recommendation.
- Extracurricular activities: Emphasize the importance of quality over quantity, encouraging students to pursue activities that align with their interests and passions, showcase leadership and initiative, and demonstrate a commitment to their communities.
D. Demonstrating passion and fit: - Researching institutions: Discuss the significance of understanding an institution's values, programs, and opportunities, and how this knowledge can be integrated into application materials.
- Campus visits and interviews: Highlight the benefits of visiting campuses or attending virtual information sessions and how it can help students gain a deeper understanding of the institution and make a positive impression during interviews.
Conclusion The rise of test-optional admissions has ushered in a new era in the college application process, giving students greater flexibility and autonomy in presenting their qualifications. While the debate surrounding test-optional policies continues, it is evident that this shift has opened doors for students from diverse backgrounds, leveling the playing field and promoting a more holistic approach to evaluating applicants. Students now have the opportunity to showcase their strengths and potential through other aspects of their application, such as their academic achievements, extracurricular involvements, personal essays, and recommendation letters. However, it is essential for students to carefully consider their circumstances and make informed decisions regarding test submission. Navigating the test-optional landscape requires thoughtful self-reflection, strategic preparation, and effective communication with colleges. As the landscape of college admissions continues to evolve, students should stay informed, seek guidance from trusted mentors, and focus on presenting a comprehensive and authentic portrayal of themselves to secure acceptance to their desired universities. Ultimately, test-optional admissions policies have redefined the parameters of university acceptance, emphasizing the importance of a multifaceted evaluation process that looks beyond standardized test scores and encourages a more inclusive and equitable approach to higher education. submitted by Only-Chard-4561 to u/Only-Chard-4561 [link] [comments] |
2023.06.07 11:05 GoingCrazy0515 Global Marine and Maritime Fuel Engines Market Size, Growth Rate, Industry Opportunities 2023-2029
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2023.06.07 10:59 Timely_Huckleberry97 (Part 30 of a series) The Retail Punishment in Clovis
(Part 30 of a series) The Retail Punishment in Clovis Part 29 covered a lot of ground. This installment picks up with a few new points.
Also, I will try and outline the trouble that Clovis officers could find themselves in; ‘Nightmare on Flatiron Parkway’ coming to theaters near you!
(A) Equity Committee in place, any objections?! It is now well established that the Equity Committee is an essential party to these proceedings. Only the OEC is capable of representing equity interests which are demonstrably being opposed by both the debtors and creditors.
Since the OEC opposition, Clovis has made numerous concessions and modifications. This clearly shows the need for adversarial proceedings against the debtor which have yielded results.
(B) Negative Ruca sale price The debtors have made a crippling mistake by allowing Rubraca to be sold for negative dollars! This is something they cannot recover from, and puts the specter of fraud over the entire BK filing. Since they claim to have closed the sale they no longer have an avenue of somehow ‘adjusting’ the sale to take it into a Positive Ruca sale price.
There is an interesting angle here that ESTABLISHES fraud. Let me explain how.
The key question is about the
timing of the decision to include Ruca inventory as part of the sale.
- After the auction: In this case, the bidder had put in a bid with no intent of getting inventory for free. So the company should charge for inventory considering that creditors are waiting for recovery. The company did not do so. It, of its own accord, chose to GIVE AWAY inventory for free. No, you cannot do so, when there are classes awaiting recovery. CLEAR FRAUD.
- Before the auction: If the company was planning to include inventory of $100 mn in the sale, then there should have been a corresponding bid minimum. Since that was not done, we are in a laughable scenario that the company is holding out a hundred dollar bill and singing like a carnival barker ‘Sixty, sixty, do I hear a sixty five, seventy, sold for seventy’. Really?? CLEAR FRAUD.
Sorry Clovis, your fraud has unraveled, and company officers will be paying a penalty and some going to jail.
(C) ODAC debacle FDA had clearly given Clovis two options, EITHER wait for OS data OR go in front of the ODAC. The OS data option was completely infeasible since data would take two years to mature and Clovis did not have that kind of financial runway. So really, ODAC was the ONLY option.
An ODAC presentation would have been something to look forward to considering the stellar PFS data. The whole reason that Athena results were delayed two times was because PFS was so strong it was preventing the requisite event related data. Considering that other front-line drugs were approved on the basis of PFS, it is a given that there would have been strong physician enthusiasm for Ruca.
In the above context, not going for ODAC is completely indefensible, and Pat and other officers can be NAILED on this point alone. Note that Gillian was one of the founders and she appears to have had a difference leading her to exit prior to BK. She needs to be deposed and held squarely responsible for this, unless she turns approver and throws Pat under the bus.
(D) Forensic analysis of expenses since Apr 2022 In my opinion the BK plan started getting crystalized after the fourth and final rejection of the share count increase proposal. Pat then had two goals: run down cash as much as feasible, and prevent regulatory successes that would value the assets higher.
First, we now know that Alix partners was engaged in the July timeframe to explore multiple options. How is it then that in September they entered a sourcing agreement with Isotopia? If cash conservation was the goal, how can one explain the money, time and effort spent on agreements like Isotopia? Was it that Novartis talks were in progress and Clovis was trying to preferentially spend money on FAP?
Second, why were strong headcount reductions not put in effect? This is such a simple and obvious measure to reduce the cash burn and I want to see the written documents where the cost benefit of this was explored and this option discarded. Instead, we had new requisitions being posted!
The interesting point is that Clovis is now publishing monthly results. We see that despite a headcount reduction of a fifth, revenue has not had a corresponding fall! This is the inelastic demand that I have previously written about. We now have DOCUMENTED PROOF that early headcount reductions would have prevented a spiral towards insolvency.
I believe that a forensic analysis of the accelerated spend since July, and comparing it to the prior quarter spending will yield interesting results!
(E) Excuse me, but your goose is cooked The company officers need to realize that the game is up. They can flutter and flap all they want but their goose is cooked. The biggest mistake they made was to underestimate the equity opposition, and now they are in a predicament that they cannot extricate themselves from. I have a poor opinion of the lack of strategic vision of the debtors counsel, what was that name again, Twinkly, Far, and Galloping?!
Pat thought of us as sheep, that he would come to us saying ‘Your money is all mine’! Well, that’s when we sheep turn feral, grow fangs, and get in the mood to leave bite marks that are life altering!
I had previously written that four company officers deserve punishment, but now have changed my view to ALL officers. Why should board members get a pass, being responsible for oversight? We need to go after the whole bunch, with the possible exception of one or two approvers who are willing to sing like a canary.
(F) Equity is in a position of strength We shareholders need to understand that our motivations are above board and can be presented in court. The entities opposing us are stronger than us but they have a corrupt agenda that they cannot state publicly on the record.
Can company officers admit in court that their hatred for retail investors made them act opposite to their fiduciary duties? No they cannot.
Can BP like AstraZeneca or Pfizer dare to stand up in court and state they wanted to neuter the competition in the PARP space? No they cannot, because the DOJ antitrust division is listening and they will be dragged over the coals.
Can the creditors open up that they actually have large short positions so their actual interest is share cancellation more than the full recovery that they claim to want? No they cannot.
These parties entered into this corrupt undertaking thinking that they will pull levers behind the scenes and get away with the heist of the century. Well, sunlight is the best disinfectant. Now that the SEC and DOJ are fully involved, these behind the scene players will see the writing on the wall and gently melt into the hedges. The only party that will be left to take the full heat of our rage are the Clovis officers.
Considering the widespread fraud by Clovis officers, it is the Official Equity Committee that will be in the driver's seat going forward with the parallel and supporting effort from the DOJ and SEC. The OEC needs to closely guard the whistleblowers until the right opportunity. I’m looking forward to the DOJ Antitrust division becoming a party to the proceedings. We cannot have Biden’s moonshot cancer initiative on one hand, and on the other, a key oncology asset that promises to displace the SOC for Prostate (a cancer known for poor prognosis) to be rendered impotent (pun intended) in the hands of an insignificant overseas company.
(G) Two options for Clovis officers Clovis officers need to realize that they cannot avoid the consequences of entering into bankruptcy fraud and the intent to eliminate equity. There is no getting around it. They need to figure out a way to minimize the punishment that is coming their way.
- Agree to a liquidation in Ch. 7
If Clovis requests the judge to turn it into a Ch. 7, and let the full company be put up for sale under court supervision, they may still be avoid the worst. There is a pent up investor anger that needs to be satisfied. If investors get a healthy share price, say $12, it would immediately reduce the severity of the remaining punishment. Heck, if the share price is good enough, they may even get the third party release that they so desperately want.
In this case, there is no financial impact to the officers. All that they are doing is allowing some BP to come in and give the proper valuation for the company assets.
- Dig in for a cage fight
If better sense does not prevail, the full investor anger will work its course out.
The first course of EC should be to prove BK fraud in front of Hon. Judge Stickles. Some people here automatically think the judge is on Clovis’ side. That may be incorrect. It is not lost on the judge that Equity Committee approvals are exceedingly rare. On top of that, the DOJ and SEC are fully engaged. Makes her wonder about the fire when there is so much smoke.
In the unlikely scenario that we do not prevail with fraud charges at this first level, there is the three member BAP bench to appeal to. The benefit of those proceedings will be that OEC will be represented from the get-go, and will be able to inform the bench about the seriousness of this case containing antitrust issues.
In parallel, a class-action can be started. There is a rich $50 mn. corpus that is available. I can imagine law firms falling over each other to get to a $20 mn payout to fully prosecute these crooks, including criminal charges. When there is a jury trial with everyday people like us who have lost our investments, that is when the full punishment will be given out.
If the fraud is proven within two years of the BK (more than enough time), the Ruca assets can also be clawed back and correctly sold in the market, making for even more recovery.
Make no mistake, if the company officers make it harder for us to corner them, our punishment will also be that much harder when we
DO CORNER THEM. By the time we are done with them, they will feel like a chew-toy in a cage of Rottweilers.
I’m hoping that better sense will prevail, and the company officers will ‘choose wisely’. But I have a feeling they won’t. Bring it!!
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2023.06.07 10:55 South-Juice961 The whole story of my wife (f24) and I(m23), help?
Tl;dr My still technically wife and I have been going through a messy separation, looking for insight listed at the end of the post. Fair warning it's a long one
Made 2 previous posts Me (M23) and wife (F24). This is kind of the whole of those 2 previous posts and all that has happened since
My wife and I originally went to school together and rekindled a friendship in 2021. We began dating on June 26th of that same year while I lived in Texas and her in Oklahoma. She had to kids, both from different partners. While we were friends she vented to me about how her previous partner left because he wasn't interested in being a parent. I was upfront to her that I was in a state where I was working on myself, mainly esteem wise both from a past partner and with my upbringing, and told her I did not want it to become her problem if we were together. At that time, we agreed to be communicative about our own hardships and to speak to each other so we could help each other through hard times.
We were together for about 3 months, during which I would make visits to Oklahoma to hang out with her and her kiddos, spend quality time with her, with them, and with all of us together as well. After this 3 months span, we thought things were going okay enough for me to move in with her. I moved in with her near the end of September 2021 and for a while we were very happy with one another. We were very openly intimate and basically honeymoon phasing still. Since her family helped her out beforehand with child care, and since we still needed it to both work, we moved in with her family in November 2021.
Around this time, we ended up finding out she had gotten pregnant. Her and I kept it between the two of us as she was unsure of her families reaction to it. Her and I were both working still during this time and in February 2022 was when we hit our first bump in the road.
Her and I had always been very open with our phones, and had shared passcodes and the like. In February 2022 she had been acting off, I thought due to her pregnancy she had of course wanted some space to herself. I ended up finding out by looking at her phone one night that she had been sending illicit images to someone on her snapchat. I confronted her about, and the first thing she tried to say was that they were old (they were not, because some of them as a scrolled up said October 2021, the previous year). After this I asked her to explain herself on it, to which she responded that the person was an old F buddy who had threatened to release her photos online if she didn't continue supplying him. I was unsure to about this response, and took some time to deliberate everything.
In my mind I could not just take my own emotions in to account, I had to consider her 2 step kids getting to know me as dad as well as my unborn child. She had given me to no reason to distrust her before that so I was willing to go forward with the relationship on the grounds that we be more open with one another. In the months that followed, she even showed improved resolve, and began showing more affection towards me once again. At times she was still down on herself and beating herself up over it, so I decided in April to show her I was committed to making things work and proposed to her. We got courthouse married in May of 2022.
Things continued on this way, in May 2022 I started a new better paying job and also her family decided to move to Texas, so we ended up paying them monthly to live in the house in Oklahoma. In June my wife went on maternity leave from her job, and we discussed her being a stay at home mother and me being the sole working party. We agreed it would work best so we wouldn't have to pay for child care.
Over the course of the rest of 2022, I ended up working more hours to make ends meet. At times, my wife's mother would speak with her and give her a hard time about not working. After she had these conversations with her mother I would reassure my wife that I would make sure everything was taken care of financially. Our baby was born in July of 2022.
In March 2023, I started a new job with the same company that paid almost twice per check what I had been making previously. I felt like financially, things were taking a turn and that it could be a big improvement in life quality for my wife and kiddos. However during this particular month I had an incident where my stress had overwhelmed me. It was like any other day where my wife handed me our baby as she was putting the 2 big kids to bed. The baby was teething and crying her head of, I had a lot of stress in apartment hunting, working related, etc burdening me and the whole situation overwhelmed me. I threw a bottle toward the wall, my wife came in hearing me throw it and tried to take the baby from me. In my flurry of emotions, I stiff armed her from me to keep her from taking the baby. A few hours later, I went downstairs to her and we spoke about it. I apologized and explained my sensory overload I was experiencing, but admitted it was no excuse for how I acted. I asked her how she was feeling, and she told me she was doing good that the incident had left her tired.
April 2023 is where everything now has fallen apart. I brought up a discussion to my wife because I had noticed that I had been messing up on my end by hanging out with gaming friends too much. I brought this conversation up to her and asked how she had felt about. This is when she outpoured a bunch of issues she had kept quiet on up until this point. She told me she felt like I had more fun gaming with my friends than hanging out with her and the kids, and she admitted to me that from the previous incident she was scared about my reaction at that time. Immediately upon her bringing these up, I tried to discuss with her a plan so I could work to make improvements. When I tried to communicate however, she said she didn't think we could fix things, and told me she wanted to separate. I was devastated because over the course of the relationship I was constantly adapting and improving to my best me for her and our kids and I felt like she was giving up on our marriage so easily. In the days following I worked on improving these things she addressed and we were working towards finding common ground
A few days after this conversation however, she got an incoming call from a person named "Papi" on her phone. When I tried to address it she tried telling me it was "an alarm". When I pushed the issue and told her what I saw she admitted to me that since mid April she had been talking to another man (who was also married). She said they started off talking as friends and complaining about their partners and it turned into flirtation. When I brought up blocking him, she said she didn't feel comfortable doing so, but later on claimed that she did block him since it was hurting me.
From then on we had discussions that ran in circles, I wanted to work for and fight for our marriage, and she said she wanted to be by herself and work on herself. We could not find common ground, and in a lot of conversations she would try to find a way out and said that the conversations for her were draining. Ultimately we both decided we were going to move to Texas, be separate and co parent as we worked on ourselves. We set boundaries regarding ourselves and the children and planned our move. One boundary I was very particular about was that I did not much care who she dated since we were going to be separate, but that if she dated the guy she emotionally cheated with that I wanted him in no way to be around our baby (I did not want this person, who to me was of very questionable moral character to be around my child). She agreed to me and even reiterated that she had blocked him.
In mid May, we both made our move to Texas. However, her mother was the owner of the house we had been staying at and had security cameras at the house connected to an app on her phone. Her mother had new about my wife's emotionally cheating and had shown me that after I had left the house that the man she cheated with showed up to help her move. And against my wishes, she brought him around our child and even had him carry our baby out of the house. Our plan was for her to drop my daughter off to me a few days after the move, but after seeing what happened I messaged her and asked if she could drop my daughter off to me that same night. She agreed.
During that night, she dropped her off to me and I then confronted her about what I saw. When she was planning the move, she has told me her cousin was helping her move. She tried to lie again and say she didn't know her cousin was going to bring him to help. I was baffled she was still trying to lie her way out. Currently, I only keep in contact with her to update her on the baby, send pictures, or to planned supervised visits to where I am currently staying.
She is currently staying with the man she cheated with. And this person even drops her off for her visits with my daughter. She claims to be sorry but her actions to me tell a different story. I had made mistakes but was willing to put in effort to fix them and she wanted nothing to do with it. I don't feel like my transgressions were bad enough to deserve how she reacted. Even in light of all this, she is trying to claim to be doing what's best for the kids, but is immediately introducing a new male figure into their life after I've been her step kids father for the past 2 years.
I want better insight on to why she might have handled things the way she did. All I feel now is anger at all the lies and betrayal and it makes it difficult to move forward with my self improvements. The only thing motivating me is my now 11 month old daughter. Even in spite of all that happened I don't wish I'll to my wife, but I feel like she has a serious lack of accountability or responsibility. I feel like her actions were very selfish to her own feelings, and that her cutting of communication with me and instead talking to another man rather than working on our marriage is a big issue on her part. I felt our marriage was very fixable yet she wanted to move on so quickly. And honestly I don't know what to believe from her anymore with all the lies she has told. Can you guys provide any clarity on why she might have acted this way, and what I can do to improve myself as well?
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2023.06.07 10:39 M1730193 I feel sad about my life. What should I do?
Dear brother and sister, I hope you can spare some time to read my story and offer advice. I assure you it won't take more than 10 minutes.
I am a 28 year old man currently living in Jordan.
In 2012, I completed the tenth grade but made a regrettable decision to leave school. Being a teenager, I wasn't making the best choices. I started working in various places like stores, restaurants, and factories. When I returned home, I would play online games on my computer with other players. This continued until the end of 2014.
In February 2015, due to my addiction to online games, I became curious about game programming. I started exploring the field, including game and website programming. In 2017, I focused on learning Android application programming, which I continue to do till this day. I stopped playing games three years ago. I worked on a freelance platform for Arabic clients, developing Android applications and fixing customer app issues. I completed work for 47 clients, with 95% positive reviews, thanks to God.
In 2019, problems entered my life when I fell ill with perfectionism. You may ask what perfectionism is. You can find information about it on YouTube in Arabic and English.
Let me continue my story. In 2019, I fell ill with perfectionism. Whenever I tried to start a new programming project, I couldn't finish it because I wasn't satisfied with the code. I would delete the entire project and start again, hoping to write better code. But every time I failed, even though the code worked correctly, I felt it should be rewritten to appear cleaner than before.
In 2021, I closed my account on the freelance platform because I realized my perfectionism was causing significant problems. I knew I would receive negative reviews if I continued working in that state.
In 2022, I found an advertisement from a company seeking a programmer to develop an application. At first, I hesitated due to my perfectionism, fearing failure. However, I eventually contacted them and received the project. The deadline was two months.
While working on the application, I procrastinated as usual, searching for perfect ways to write the code. Unfortunately, I couldn't deliver the project on time, which caused problems with the company owner. I was threatened, and I had to rewrite the code without focusing on perfection, but rather on making it functional. I finally delivered the project after three months instead of two.
In 2023, I took a wrong path and had three illicit relationships with women who were paid for their services. The first relationship was in January 2023, the second during Ramadan, which was a grave mistake, and the third was a week ago.
I used up all the money I earned throughout the years on these women, and now I have no money left. I only have two Jordanian dinars in my pocket. I have no more money and I'm financially ruined.
Recently, I have been experiencing symptoms such as fever, nighttime hallucinations, muscle pain, and a sore throat. I am concerned that these could be potential indicators of a medical condition, including AIDS, which is causing me distress. Regrettably, I am unable to afford the cost of a medical test or even cover transportation expenses, which may amount to approximately 15 Jordanian dinars.
No one in my family or relatives knows about my problems. They only see me as a failure, even the closest ones. I suffer from severe depression, and I fear things may worsen. Maybe this is divine retribution?
I've been praying regularly since I was young, but without sincerity. Three days ago, I tried to humble myself in prayer and repent to God, but I feel like a hypocrite instead of being genuinely sincere. It feels as if my heart has died due to the many sins I've committed. I've tried desperately to repent sincerely, but to no avail.
I had hoped to work in my field and build a family with my future beloved wife in the Gulf or America. However, I'm now filled with despair. I'm at a loss for what to do, especially with the nightmare of AIDS haunting me.
My advice to you, my brother and sister, is to never follow the path of the devil. It only brings momentary pleasure followed by a lifetime of regret.
I kindly request the admin not to delete this post, as it would be the greatest favor they could do for me.
I kindly request that you provide respectful comment to ensure that this discussion is conducted in an elegant manner, without resorting to personal attacks or treating me as if I were a criminal. Thank you for your understanding.
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2023.06.07 10:39 AccordingMight8069 I, TECC Instructor, Life-saving mission of Mexico's pre-hospital care pioneers underway
| "My name is Yonnatan Calderón, I live in Guerrero, Mexico I am a TECC instructor. As a child, I always liked to play at what time the soldier was and what did he provide first aid." Licensed by Yonnatan 1.TECC Curiosity Yonnatan Calderón grew up in Guerrero, Mexico surrounded by security issues. As a curious child, he was fascinated by soldiers and emergency responders, always watching them closely to see how they provided first aid. Little did he know that this childhood curiosity would shape his destiny and lead him on a remarkable journey. Licensed by Yonnatan 2.Become a prehospital care operator "My decision to be a pre-hospital operator was due to the fact that, as a result of a violent event, I had to have the need to know what to do in the event of such an event, since on that afternoon in October 2018, on my return home, I was attacked by unknown personnel with a firearm. Fire and when repelling the aggression, I realized that a person was injured, and with my minimal knowledge at that time, he gave me the guidelines to be able to attend to him, and from there arose the need to improve day by day in matters of security and prehospital care since it is an obligation that someone who is in the security field must complete their training. After an attack and not knowing what to do in front of the injured and it was my decision to be a medical operator." Yonnatan's life took a dramatic turn when he found himself caught in the midst of a violent attack, feeling helpless and unsure of how to assist the wounded. This pivotal moment ignited a fire within him to become a medical operator, someone who could provide crucial pre-hospital care in such critical situations. In October 2018, Yonnatan witnessed a violent attack where a bystander was injured. Though he tried to help, Yonnatan lacked the medical skills to properly respond in such a situation. This traumatic experience spurred his decision to become a prehospital care operator so he could save lives during emergencies. Yonnatan studied emergency medicine in Mexico and abroad, earning certifications as a civil and tactical prehospital care provider. Licensed by Yonnatan "This part of my life is when I worked as a bodyguard for a public official assigned to the president's security at different events and areas of the Mexican state." Licensed by Yonnatan "I have studied in Mexico and abroad as a provider of civil and tactical pre-hospital care and at the same time I have a recognized educational center C-TECC." Driven by this experience, Yonnatan embarked on a path of learning and growth. He studied extensively in Mexico and abroad, becoming a proficient provider of both civil and tactical pre-hospital care. Additionally, he established the renowned educational center, C-TECC, a beacon of excellence in training emergency medical service (EMS) and law enforcement officers (LEO) in Mexico. Yonnatan's dedication to empowering these professionals to deliver effective pre-hospital care has significantly improved patient outcomes and saved countless lives. Licensed by Yonnatan 3.TECC and Rhino Rescue "My experience with Rhino Rescue was first of all interested in knowing the quality of the tourniquets. The first Ifak I bought was in June 2022 and I was convinced of the quality that it has. From there, in Medical Backpacks, I have tourniquets and different supplies. Similarly, the brand in my new courses implements that the general population and in the field of security and emergency care are aware of the quality of all the materials offered by the brand." Licensed by Yonnatan Throughout his journey, Yonnatan discovered Rhino Rescue, a brand committed to providing top-quality medical equipment. Intrigued by their offerings, he delved deeper into their products and purchased his first Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK) in June 2022. The exceptional quality and reliability of Rhino Rescue's equipment convinced Yonnatan to incorporate their supplies into his TECC courses. Through Rhino Rescue's support, he was able to equip operators with superior IFAKs, ensuring they had the necessary tools for successful operations. 📷 Licensed by Yonnatan "In a recent violent event, a person was injured but thanks to a tourniquet and a pair of chest seals, the patient received proper treatment to get home." One particular incident stands out vividly in Yonnatan's memory. In a recent violent event, a gunshot victim was in desperate need of immediate attention. Thanks to Yonnatan's expertise and the presence of a Rhino Rescue tourniquet and chest seals, the injured individual received prompt and proper treatment, ultimately making it home safely. Although Yonnatan couldn't capture photos of the incident, the grateful patient shared their gratitude, emphasizing how Rhino Rescue's equipment played a crucial role in their survival. Licensed by Yonnatan 4.Creating the world "Endowments of skills and practice to the EMS and LEO in Mexico and they know how to provide pre-hospital care and improve the patient's outlook." Today, Yonnatan continues his noble mission of training TECC suppliers across Mexico. His tireless efforts, combined with the invaluable support of Rhino Rescue, ensure that operators are equipped with superior IFAKs, ready to face any challenging situation. Yonnatan's journey, driven by a childhood fascination and fueled by a desire to make a difference, serves as an inspiration to all who aspire to provide lifesaving care. Licensed by Yonnatan "With my brand prehospital care, Tacticas is a center that trains operators in tactical medicine so that public order officers and emergency response bodies know what to do in the event of a violent event or any type of incident where rapid and immediate intervention is necessary. accurate as indicated in the C-TECC guidelines." Yonnatan's childhood interest sparked a lifelong passion for empowering others to save lives. After facing his own powerlessness during an emergency, he vowed to become a conduit for change. Yonnatan spread his message through C-TECC, Tactics, and social media, preparing citizens and professionals alike to take action when it matters most. By supporting brands designing cutting-edge medical gear, Yonnatan gives people the tools to change outcomes and second chances at survival. Little by little, he is creating the world he once wished for as a wondering child. 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2023.06.07 10:14 beginners-blog Where To Watch NBA Finals Live Anywhere In The World
The NBA Finals 2023 is finally here, featuring an epic clash between the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets. Fans are eagerly waiting to witness the intense showdown between these two powerhouse teams.
If you’re wondering where to watch the NBA Finals live, I’ve got you covered. In this article, I’ll explore various options for streaming the Heat vs Nuggets games and provide some free streaming alternatives.
Broadcast Information
The NBA Finals will be broadcasted on ABC, one of the major networks covering the event. To catch the action on ABC, you can tune in to your local ABC channel through cable or a TV antenna. However, there are several online streaming services that also provide access to ABC, making it easier for cord-cutters to enjoy the games.
Streaming Services
- DIRECTV STREAM: DIRECTV STREAM offers ABC as part of its channel lineup. You can subscribe to their service and access the NBA Finals through their platform.
- Hulu + Live TV: Hulu + Live TV includes ABC in its streaming package. By subscribing to Hulu + Live TV, you can stream the games live on ABC through their app or website.
- FuboTV: FuboTV is another streaming service that carries ABC. You can sign up for their subscription and watch the NBA Finals on ABC using their platform.
- YouTube TV: YouTube TV is an excellent option for streaming the NBA Finals live. It provides access to ABC, allowing you to catch all the games in real time.
Over-the-Air Antenna
If you prefer a more traditional approach, you can use an over-the-air antenna to watch the NBA Finals. This method enables you to access local broadcasting stations, including ABC, without relying on a cable or streaming service. Simply connect the antenna to your TV and tune in to your local ABC channel to enjoy the games.
Free Streaming Options
While some streaming services require a subscription, there are a few ways to watch the NBA Finals for free online. Here are some options:
- FuboTV Free Trial: FuboTV offers a seven-day free trial that allows you to stream the NBA Finals without paying. After the trial period ends, the service starts at $74.99 per month.
- ESPN: ABC and ESPN have a partnership for broadcasting the NBA Finals. If you have access to ESPN through a cable or streaming service subscription, you can watch the games on ESPN’s website or app.
- Reddit: Reddit is a popular platform that hosts various streams, including NBA games. Although we don’t endorse or encourage unofficial streaming, some users may share links to live streams on Reddit. Keep in mind that these streams may not always be reliable or of good quality.
In case you’re struggling to live stream NBA in your country, you need NordVPN to bypass geo-restrictions and enjoy streaming NBA anywhere in the world.
International Streaming Options
If you’re located outside the United States, you can explore different streaming options available in your region. ESPN offers international streaming in over 200 countries, excluding Mexico and Latin America. Depending on your country, you may need to download the ESPN app from your device’s app store and sign up from there.
In the UK, NBA games can be watched through NBA League Pass, NOW TV, Sky Sports, and the BBC. NBA League Pass provides live streaming for all NBA games.
Canadian fans can catch the NBA Finals on TSN and Sportsnet Now streaming service, SN Now.
Australian viewers can watch the NBA Finals on ESPN/Kayo Sports or stream every game through NBA League Pass.
Remember to be cautious when using unofficial streaming sources, as they may not have proper broadcasting rights and can potentially pose security risks to your device.
What if you are outside the united states and struggling to stream NBA from your country
Don’t worry; I have a solution for you. With the help of a Virtual Private Network (VPN) like NordVPN, you can enjoy live NBA action no matter where you are in the world.
As mentioned earlier, streaming services and broadcasters often restrict access to NBA games based on geographical location. This can be frustrating for fans residing outside the United States, as they might miss out on witnessing their favorite teams compete in the NBA Finals. However, by using NordVPN, you can bypass these restrictions and unlock access to NBA live streams.
NordVPN is a trusted and widely recognized VPN service provider. It offers a secure and encrypted connection that allows you to browse the internet anonymously and change your virtual location. By connecting to one of NordVPN’s servers located in the United States, you can appear as if you’re accessing the internet from within the country. This grants you the ability to access region-locked streaming platforms that broadcast the NBA Finals.
Here’s how you can use NordVPN to watch NBA live from anywhere:
1.) Sign up for a NordVPN subscription: Visit the NordVPN websiteand choose a suitable subscription plan. They offer different plans depending on the duration of your subscription.
2.) Download and install the NordVPN app: Once you have subscribed, download and install the NordVPN app on your preferred device. It is compatible with various platforms, including Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.
3.) Launch the NordVPN app and log in: Open the NordVPN app and log in using your credentials.
4.) Connect to a server in the United States: Browse the server list and select a server located in the United States. This will assign you a U.S. IP address and make it appear as if you’re accessing the internet from within the country.
5.) Access NBA streaming platforms: Now that you’re virtually located in the United States, you can visit streaming platforms such as ESPN, ABC, or NBA League Pass to watch the NBA Finals live. These platforms typically require a subscription or may offer free trials, so make sure to choose the option that suits you best.
6.) Enjoy the NBA Finals: Sit back, relax, and witness the thrilling NBA Finals action from the comfort of your own home, no matter where you are in the world.
It’s important to note that using a VPN may be subject to terms and conditions set by the streaming platforms. However, NordVPN has a strong track record of providing reliable and secure access to geo-restricted content.
So, don’t let geographical restrictions dampen your NBA spirit. With NordVPN, you can cheer for your favorite teams and players as they battle it out in the NBA Finals, no matter where you reside. Grab your NordVPN subscription, connect to a U.S. server, and get ready to experience the excitement of live NBA action from anywhere in the world.
Enjoy the NBA Finals!
With the NBA Finals heating up between the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets, you have multiple options to catch all the thrilling moments. Whether you choose a streaming service, use an over-the-air antenna, or explore free streaming alternatives, make sure to use a VPN to enjoy the electrifying action of the NBA Finals.
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2023.06.07 10:00 Super-Waltz-5676 Stack Overflow Moderators on Strike Against AI-generated Content
Stack Overflow has seen its moderators announce a strike due to the company's ban on moderating AI-generated content. The platform's new policy allows removal of AI-generated posts only under specific circumstances. This has led to concerns among moderators that the policy could result in an increase of inaccurate content, negatively affecting the platform's trustworthiness.
The complete detailed breakdown will be published
here tomorrow morning, but all the key points have been listed below for discussion on Reddit.
Here's a recap: Moderator Strike Announcement: Moderators of Stack Overflow, a popular Q&A platform for programmers, have declared a strike in response to the company's decision to limit moderation of AI-generated content.
- The announcement was made on the company's Meta board, along with an open letter directed to Stack Overflow.
- At the heart of the dispute is a new policy, declared by Stack Overflow last week, stating that AI-generated content will only be removed under specific circumstances.
- Stack Overflow believes over-moderation of AI-generated posts is discouraging human contributors from the platform.
Concerns over AI Content: The moderators claim this new policy will permit potentially incorrect AI content to proliferate on the forum.
- The moderators have expressed dissatisfaction with Stack Overflow for what they see as a lack of clear communication about this new policy.
- They assert that the policy allows for the spread of misinformation and unchecked plagiarism, compromising the platform's integrity and reliability.
Company Response: Philippe Beaudette, VP of Community at Stack Overflow, responded to the moderator strike by reiterating the company's position and explaining that they are looking for alternative solutions.
- He stated that the company supports the decision to require moderators to stop using the previous detection tools for AI-generated content.
- He further added that the company is actively seeking alternatives and committed to promptly testing these tools.
Impact of AI on Stack Overflow: AI has been significantly influencing Stack Overflow, leading to both positive and negative outcomes.
- Stack Overflow confirmed to Gizmodo that website traffic has been declining as more programmers turn to OpenAI's ChatGPT to debug their code instead of waiting for human responses on the platform.
- Web analytics firm SimilarWeb reported a consistent monthly drop in traffic since the start of 2022, with an average monthly decrease of 6%. In March, the site experienced a 13.9% traffic drop from February, and in April, traffic fell by 17.7% from March.
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2023.06.07 09:52 Super-Waltz-5676 Stack Overflow Moderators on Strike Against AI-generated Content
Stack Overflow has seen its moderators announce a strike due to the company's ban on moderating AI-generated content. The platform's new policy allows removal of AI-generated posts only under specific circumstances. This has led to concerns among moderators that the policy could result in an increase of inaccurate content, negatively affecting the platform's trustworthiness.
The complete detailed breakdown will be published
here tomorrow morning, but all the key points have been listed below for discussion on Reddit.
Here's a recap: Moderator Strike Announcement: Moderators of Stack Overflow, a popular Q&A platform for programmers, have declared a strike in response to the company's decision to limit moderation of AI-generated content.
- The announcement was made on the company's Meta board, along with an open letter directed to Stack Overflow.
- At the heart of the dispute is a new policy, declared by Stack Overflow last week, stating that AI-generated content will only be removed under specific circumstances.
- Stack Overflow believes over-moderation of AI-generated posts is discouraging human contributors from the platform.
Concerns over AI Content: The moderators claim this new policy will permit potentially incorrect AI content to proliferate on the forum.
- The moderators have expressed dissatisfaction with Stack Overflow for what they see as a lack of clear communication about this new policy.
- They assert that the policy allows for the spread of misinformation and unchecked plagiarism, compromising the platform's integrity and reliability.
Company Response: Philippe Beaudette, VP of Community at Stack Overflow, responded to the moderator strike by reiterating the company's position and explaining that they are looking for alternative solutions.
- He stated that the company supports the decision to require moderators to stop using the previous detection tools for AI-generated content.
- He further added that the company is actively seeking alternatives and committed to promptly testing these tools.
Impact of AI on Stack Overflow: AI has been significantly influencing Stack Overflow, leading to both positive and negative outcomes.
- Stack Overflow confirmed to Gizmodo that website traffic has been declining as more programmers turn to OpenAI's ChatGPT to debug their code instead of waiting for human responses on the platform.
- Web analytics firm SimilarWeb reported a consistent monthly drop in traffic since the start of 2022, with an average monthly decrease of 6%. In March, the site experienced a 13.9% traffic drop from February, and in April, traffic fell by 17.7% from March.
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2023.06.07 09:38 huntthewind1971 What do you think? Did I see a ghost?
Not sure if this qualifies, but it scared the shit out of me when I was 16.
When I was 16, we lived next to this old abandoned two story house that had, at one time, been a boarding house or hotel. I had only ever seen one family move into that two story house in all the time we lived next to it. They stayed there a few months, but left rather suddenly. By the time of this event the house had been abandoned for years.
I had gone out to feed my dog, Rowdy, after dinner and was starting to get dark. Now normally Rowdy came running up to me as all good boys do. But this night he was stood at the fence growling towards the two story house. The hairs on the back of my neck stood on end. I spoke to Rowdy, he looked up at me and wagged his tail. Then he immediately positioned himself between me and the house next door and resumed his growling.
I looked towards the house, not really noticing anything at first. Then I looked up towards one of the second story windows. And there looking back at me was this tall thin figure staring at me. His face was pale and gaunt and his eyes were sunk in and glimmered red. For a moment I thought they blinked. His hair was long, white and straggly. This figure was dressed like someone straight out of the late 1800's. Think of how Kurt Russel was dressed in "Tombstone" and that would be very close.
Upon seeing this, I ran for it, vaulting over the fence and clamored into my home. I don't even remember opening the screen door. My dad took one look at me and I could see the concern on his face. I told him of what I had seen ( leaving out the part about the blinking red eyes, as I wasn't sure I had actually seen that or not ) and he immediately picked up the phone and called the cops.
It took a little while for the cops to show up, but when they did they took my statement and after saying it was probably just some kids or a vagrant they walked towards the house next door. Sometime later they returned to tell us that there were signs that the house had been broken into, but that there were no signs of anyone being there recently.
It was suggested that I, a 16 year old, had just imagined it or that it was a reflection of a passing car. As far as the adults were concerned, all was well.
It took a few days to muster up the courage but when I did, I went to have a look for myself. I simply had to prove to myself that I wasn't seeing things or hoped that I was. The front door was locked, but the backdoor was still ajar, but only just. It took some doing, but I managed to force it open. The bottom of the door scraped along the floor as I did so.
The floor was coated with a layer of dust and detritus, but I could make out footprints here and there where the cops had made their way through the house. The place smelled musty with a hint of mold and rat droppings.
In the corner of one of the front rooms, it looked like someone had been squatting in the house. An old camping lantern, a sleeping bag, some discarded clothing and some trash. But, you could easily tell that these items hadn't been used recently. The rest of the house proved empty save a few pieces of old furniture, lots of cobwebs and even more dust.
Following the footsteps upstairs, I found the room corresponding with the window where I had seen the gaunt figure. Immediately, every hair on my body pricked and I got an overwhelming sense of dread. A feeling that I should not be there. My fight or flight was in overdrive but couldn't figure out which way to go.
The door creaked as I pushed it open and that certainly didn't help my current state of mind. But I persevered. I grit my teeth and walked toward the window half expecting something to jump out at me, but nothing did. When I got to the window I stood there for a moment looking down into my own back yard. I could see my dog tossing his food bowl around and chase after it.
Across the way, I could see cars going over the railroad tracks and their brake lights lit up as they slowed down to cross the tracks. I thought to myself, maybe I did just see a reflection. The brake lights would certainly explain the red eyes I saw, but not the face. And certainly not the tall figure dressed like the late 1800's.
I had almost convinced myself that none of it had been real and was about to turn to leave when I saw; just for the merest sliver of a split second; in broad daylight ; an image of the man I had seen in the window. It was almost like I was looking in a mirror, except the face I saw wasn't my own. Had I blinked in that moment I would have missed it, but I hadn't blinked.
In a jolt, my fight or flight made up it's mind and I, as they say, vacated post haste.
This event triggered a series of serial nightmares, lasting several years. Not every night mind you, but every month or so I'd have a nightmare picking up where the last one left off.
And to this day I can still recall the image of that ghastly figure well enough to describe everything about him in perfect detail. Right down to the brownish paisley pattern of his vest.
Now dear reader, what do you think? Did I imagine it or do you think I might have seen something?
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2023.06.07 09:18 AutoModerator Here’s Where To WATCH Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Online Free at Reddit
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Watch Now: Spider Man: Across the Spider Verse Movie Online Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will be in theaters beginning June 2. If you're wondering how and where you can watch it yourself, take a look at the information below.
Miles Morales returns for the next chapter of the Oscar-winning Spider-Verse saga, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters the Spider Society, a team of Spider-People charged with protecting the Multiverse’s very existence. But when the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders and must set out on his own to save those he loves most. Anyone can wear the mask – it’s how you wear it that makes you a hero.
The much-anticipated Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is only a few weeks away, and fans can’t wait to see the new adventures of Miles Morales. Once the Sony Pictures-produced movie ends its theatrical run, it will come to the most popular streamers, including Netflix and Disney Plus. But when is Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse coming to Netflix and Disney Plus? Here’s what you need to know.
'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' features the return of Shameik Moore as Miles Morales and Hailee Steinfeld as Gwen Stacy. Just before the release of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, producers of the feature have announced a couple of other projects. Producer Amy Pascal has announced a forthcoming third installment titled Beyond the Spider-Verse expected to be released next year. That is not the only project announced.
Paint-on-glass, Realistic Cartoon-style to Japanese Manga, makers explore not a couple but way too many animation styles! Shameik Moore’s Miles, in a way, gets a Star-Lord-like treatment in which he beautifully balances his character arc without overstepping the broader scheme of things. Hailee Steinfeld’s Gwen finally gets a chance to narrate her side of things, and it mixes well with the ‘star-crossed’ relationship she’s currently sharing with Miles.
If you’re like just about everyone else on the planet who saw Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse in 2018 and loved it, you’ve probably been waiting for the sequel. You won’t be waiting long, as Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is finally coming out in 2023, a full five years later. It’s been a long wait but by all indications the film is going to be a blast for fans of comic book movies, Miles Morales’ version of Spider-Man, and this new animated franchise featuring the iconic webslinger.
Modern cinema has seen the gap between theatrical and streaming releases shorten dramatically, begging the question of when Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will release online. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, streaming releases have been much closer to the theatrical release of films. While the mid-COVID marketing technique of releasing movies in theaters and on streaming services at the same time for an extra price is a thing of the past, the gap between the respective releases is still considerably shorter than in decades past.
While we currently don’t know the exact online release date for Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, we do know the movie will be released in cinemas worldwide, including the US and UK, on June 2nd, 2023. We know where to watch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse online, but do we also know when? We can guess once again, assuming it charts the same theater-to-streaming path as Into the Spider-Verse did in 2018 with two months between the theatrical release and its digital renting/buying services. You may be able to buy or rent the movie digitally as early as late July of this year, with a physical release roughly a month or so after that, if not sooner. This also means that you will probably be able to stream Spider-Man: Across on Netflix in early December 2023, as it took about six months from Into the Spider-Verse’s release before the movie landed on the streamer.
When Is the Release Date for Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse?
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse was one of the many films to get hit by a delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic, moving from its original date of April 8, 2022, to October 7, 2022. That's the date seen in the above trailer, but the film has since seen another significant delay since then. Now the film is officially set for release on June 2, 2023. Hopefully, we won't see another delay, but if it means getting a sequel that lives up to the sky-high heights of the original, we'll gladly wait.
Is Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse in Theaters?
Not only was Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse the subject of rave reviews, but it also pulled in some gargantuan levels of cash at the international box office, with a final tally that quadrupled the film's ninety-million dollar budget. With incredible success like that, it's only natural that Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse would also be taking advantage of a theatrical release. That is the case, as the upcoming film will be exclusively available in theaters when it premieres on June 2nd, 2023.
When is 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' streaming?
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse The home distribution rights for Across the Spider-Verse are in a rather interesting place. In April 2021, it was reported that Sony Studios had signed a multiyear deal with both Netflix and Disney for shared streaming rights to Sony films coming out between 2022 and 2026. This deal includes Across the Spider-Verse as well as the third film in the series, Beyond the Spider-Verse, due out in March 2024.
As for releases like Across the Spider-Verse, the film will be available on Netflix with "first-pay-window-rights" for the first 18 months of its home media release. While it will not be streaming concurrently with its theatrical release, it will be available on Netflix following its theatrical run.
Some of the films are not currently available on the service because Sony has pre-existing partnerships with Starz, as that's where most of the absent films are available to stream. That is except for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, which is instead only streaming on Fubo TV and FX Now.
For anyone else looking to watch the film as soon as possible, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will be released in theaters on June 2.
How to Watch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
At the moment, you can watch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse at your local theater. But like most movies these days, it should hit a streaming website in the near future.
Like its predecessor, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is a flick produced by multimedia conglomerate Disney. What's more, the production studio owns a number of other famous franchises, like the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Star Wars. Titles made under these umbrellas have both hit Disney+ sometime after arriving at the box office. Fans may also know the original Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is currently available to stream on the site as well. So, if the 2023 version follows the same pattern, folks will likely get to see Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse on Disney+ later this year too.
As for an exact release date for Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, that's more complicated. Most movies produced by Disney often go to its streamer site within three months after debuting in theaters, like the most recent Marvel film Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. If this is the case for Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, it will probably drop in late August 2023 or sometime near Labor Day in early September.
When the time comes for Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse to splash onto Disney+ though, make sure you're all prepared to watch it. If you don't have access yet, you can opt into a 30-day free trial before choosing a plan that start at $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year. After your account is all set, click on the title page on Disney+'s official website or the Disney+ app.
As you wait for Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse to hit the streamer, why don't you watch the animated version and its sequel Spider-Man: into the Spider-Verse? Or if you want to immerse yourself in another live-action version, click on the 2019 ABC TV special Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Live!. Enjoy!
Where To Watch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Online:
As of now, the only way to watch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is to head out to a movie theater when it premieres on June 2, 2023. You can find a local showing on Fandango.
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Otherwise, you’ll just have to wait for it to become available to rent or purchase on digital platforms like Amazon, Vudu, YouTube or Apple, or become available to stream on Disney+.
Is Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse coming to Netflix?
Yes, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is coming to Netflix approximately in December 2023. In 2021, Sony and Netflix signed a five-year deal that gave the latter exclusive first-pay-window U.S. streaming rights for Sony Pictures titles after their theatrical and home entertainment windows. Fans can expect to watch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse on Netflix six months after the film’s theatrical release, thus in December 2023. The date seems reasonable considering that Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse dropped on Netflix on June 26, 2019, six months after its U.S. release on December 14, 2018. The pay-one window usually begins about nine months after a film’s theatrical release, but it might start earlier in particular cases. This post will be updated once there is a 100% officially confirmed Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Netflix release date.
When Will Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse Be Available On Netflix?
Where will Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse stream specifically? Due to an ongoing deal between Netflix and Sony (remember that these movies are not produced by Disney), Across the Spider-Verse will see Netflix as the streaming home for the film when it finishes its theatrical run. It will no doubt make its way to Disney+ eventually, as Disney and Sony do have an agreement for Disney to include Sony’s Spider-Man content in their offerings, but that will at least be some time after Across the Spider-Verse has come out on Netflix.
In terms of which of the streaming giants Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will be released on, Netflix will house the film upon its streaming debut. While again, Sony does not have its own dedicated streaming service, a deal was struck in 2021 between the studio and Netflix. The deal, stating that Netflix would stream Sony's films after theatrical release, was penned for 5 years meaning Across the Spider-Verse is part of the arrangement.
Is Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse coming to Disney Plus?
Yes, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is also coming to Disney Plus approximately in 2025.
Once the pay-one window runs its time and Netflix’s exclusive rights expire, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will be available on Disney Plus. The pay-one window might last as long as 18 months, which means it will be a while before Disney Plus subscribers can watch the much-anticipated sequel. Unlike in other countries, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse isn’t yet available on the Disney-owned streamer in the U.S.
While Sony's Spider-Man content is also streaming on Disney+, due to the collaborations between Sony and Marvel Studios in recent years, Across the Spider-Verse will be a Netflix release. While the deal struck between Marvel Studios and Sony may extend to this film, Disney+ is only allowed to begin streaming Sony's Spider-Man releases upon their release on Netflix. As a result, Netflix will be the first streaming service that Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will be available on after its theatrical release.
Regarding when the film will be available on Netflix, the answer is less definitive. The first film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, began streaming six months after its theatrical release. Based on this, it is safe to assume Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will see a similar gap between its cinematic and streaming releases. Given the film's theatrical release of June 2, 2023, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will likely begin streaming on Netflix in December 2023.
Will Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Be On HBO Max?
No, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will not be on HBO Max since it’s not a Universal Pictures movie. Last year, the company released its films in theaters and on the streamer on the same day. However, they now allow a 45-day window between the theatrical release and the streaming release.
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2023.06.07 09:16 14g0t Bloons TD 6 - Update Notes! Version 37.0
Bloons TD 6 v37.0 - Update Notes!
Rolling out now on iOS, Android, Steam please restart your storefront or be patient if it does not appear for you, these updates can take some time to be rolled out to every region due to how the storefronts are set up.
Key New Features
- New Paragon - The Magus Perfectus! (loves casting spells) Some of you know we teased this last year, but we needed more time to balance the art and design required to make this extra special, so we are very pleased to get this live! Wizard Monkey’s Paragon is designed to be a higher level strategic Paragon with powerful ability usage similar to the Doomship.
- The core of the Magus is a toggle to and from a Draining Beam which deals very small single target damage but absorbs graveyard mana as it damages and destroys Bloons
- While toggled off from the Drain Beam, Magus attacks with a powerful Arcane Spike that deals massive damage to MOABs and revives Bloons it slays, while a Dark Phoenix circles overhead attacking with Firebomb breath and a radial fireball attack
- Phoenix Explosion Ability: can be cast to consume the Paragon’s entire graveyard to set all Bloons on screen on fire for 30 seconds and summon one Zombie ZOMG for every 9000 graveyard mana consumed
- Arcane Metamorphosis Ability: can be used to consume all graveyard mana and transform the Magus briefly into an alternate form which decimates everything with a flame cascade attack; Metamorphosis lasts longer the more mana it consumes
- Magus was designed for armchair play so it will fill and consume graveyard mana on its own, but our goal was to create more actively controlled Paragon for those who will enjoy microing between Beam on and off and choosing which awesome Ability to unleash and when
New Awesome
- Happy Birthday BTD6 - On June 14th, BTD6 will celebrate 5 years of monkeytastic fun and strategy! We hope you’ll join us for the main menu changes, skinned Collection event, special Questing, and general celebration. Thank you for five amazing years and we’re looking forward to all the years ahead!
- New Hero Skin - Jiangshi Sauda, a fun new cross-cultural look for Sauda brainstormed by the art team, mixing inspirations from a favorite show and Chinese folklore
- New Map - Erosion
- Community designed advanced map Erosion
- TheWiseTroll’s original concept proposed land and water but when thinking about map colors and the little stories we think of behind each map, the concept of the polar bear walking back with the shrinking ice was too compelling to do anything else
- New Quests
- Birthday Party - Pop the Party Bloon as many times as you can before it escapes
- Blade Sauda Nowhere - Try out Sauda and learn some of her skills
- Patch’s Cheap Chimps Challenge - Beat Logs with as little cash spent as you can
- Striken Bad - Defeat the BAD on round 100 using First Strike. The spelling hurts us, too, you’re not the only one - but we had to do it!
- Least Cash and Least Tier Boss Events
- We’ve heard feedback about and have been wanting to shake up Boss rules, so here we go!
- Applying new victory conditions to Boss Events completely changes the focus while still needing the damage output and type to handle each Boss
- Time still matters, as the secondary time score will break any ties
- New Trophy Store Items
- Heroes: Geraldo Pack Mule pet, Quincy Spec Ops Drop In placement
- Monkeys: Sweden Village Flag
- Bloons: Party Hat Bloons
- Game & UI: Vortex Avatar, Sunset Samba 64 Mix music track, Quincy Arrows banner
- Nexus.gg Creator Supporter Avatar - show your support for Content Creators by using the Creator Support button on the Settings screen and purchasing any IAP
- Limited Time only {trophy items if there’s a seasonal}
- 5 Year Anniversary Avatar, 5 Year Anniversary Banner
- New CT Team Store items
- Base Props: Treasure Chest
- Icons: Overclock icon, Archmage Staff icon
- Frames: Bloon From The Dead frame, Mage Hat frame
- New Slider
- Everybody loves sliders, right?
- After lots of discussion on the team and a fair few player requests, we’ve added a ‘Projectile and Effects Scaling’ accessibility option to main menu Settings
- This is primarily for accessibility to minimize the size and brightness of projectiles and effects, especially when the screen is crowded with Monkeys and Bloons
- This is not directly a performance improvement feature, so please do not expect the game to run noticeably better - just noticeably cleaner
- We tried not to remove key game state indicators but this is ultimately in player control - if you adjust the slider and effects and projectiles make it harder to play the game, please reset the slider until the game is working the way you want
- It’s also really fun for silly screengrabs, so please post your favorites!
Game Changes / Additions
- New Party Time game theme event!
- Refactored how leaderboard scores are stored so that we could add Least Cash/Tiers ranking options for Boss Events
- Bosses on spawn will now clear the map of all existing projectiles
- Highest Round profile stat renamed to Highest Round (All Time) & added in the new profile stat Highest Round (Current Version).
- The 4 different Highest Round profile stats are now grouped together near the top of the profile stats page
- Freeplay budget scaling reduced slightly (same speed/hp, but number of Bloons added per round will increase at a slower rate)
- Added a new Roundset with Income curve to be used by our events team; this customized income curve allows us more flexibility to make this roundset than would otherwise have been possible with existing roundset tools
- Translated game into Thai
Quest Changes
- Added a ‘Play Again’ button to the victory screen for quests
- Added a ‘Disable Dialogue’ checkmark for some quests after beating them
- Game hints are now hidden during Quests
- Story Quests now sort to the top of the quest list & completed Story Quests sort to the bottom
Bug Fixes & General Changes
- A large number of localization fixes - thanks for the player feedback on your pet peeves!
- Resolved a number of general crashes
- Number of additions/changes to improve existing quests, highlight scores to beat & increase our possibilities for quest creation
- Resolved an issue with abilities highlighted in quests remaining highlighted after restarting
- Holding down on a tower should correctly hide the UI again
- Quests no longer play placement effects for any pre-placed towers
- Resolved an issue that could prevent Total Damage from counting correctly to profile
- Resolved an issue where total insta monkeys profile stat would decrease if the instas were used
- Resolved certain very specific freeplay seeds causing crashes on certain rounds
- Bloons Leaked summary no longer gets cleared in co-op after reviewing map
- Stairs in the top corners on Resort are now placement blockers
- Resolved a crash that could occur when waiting on the events screen as events end
- Resolved a crash that could occur when the Hero Booster popup was canceling via any map mechanics forcing the player to deselect the hero
- Fixed some towers not targeting the test bloon when set to target type Strong
- Fixed position of the full patch notes link on update popups on some resolutions
- Midnight Mansion plays a fishie animation in the bloon exit on loading in
- Resolved an issue where placed items on the map lose their cosmetic skins after a resync occurs during a co-op game.
- Obtaining towers from redistribution on co-op that are still locked for you will now show messaging in the unlocks screen as to why you are not earning XP for it
- Pressing back from the avatabanner selection will now just back out of that selection
- Changed Pop Count on summary screen to Damage Count and added actual Pop Count
- Hero portraits no longer linger too long on the screen after exiting the upgrades menu in game
- Paragon art state changes moved from 22/42/62/82 to 20/40/60/80
- Resolved map-based buffs not inheriting to subtowers correctly
- Resolved an issue where an external proxy could sometimes cause the game to hang on loading forever
- Co-op red areas fade in more slowly when you cross the boundary
- Resolved online/Invisible profile setting displaying text incorrectly
- Audio polish when opening reward chests in the collection event
- Updated wording on logout screen to address some confusion
- Added a background to the rewards UI
- Added confirmation pop-up for In App Purchases added from outside the game
- Monklish font has been regenerated to include the Māori macrons
Tower Specific Fixes
Ice Monkey
- Resolved a number of cases of the xx2 Refreeze crosspath not re-freezing bloons when dealing certain numbers of damage.
Monkey Buccaneer
- xx5 Trade Empire should no longer buff too many merchants in co-op
- Resolved tower moving from flagship to navarch displaying vfx at the wrong scale
- Resolved "Paragon available" pip displaying for Buccaneer with only Flagship and Pirate Lord unlocked
- Resolved an issue where Navarch’s attack rate buff would not apply to Doomship in some cases depending on build order
Monkey Ace
- xx2 Centered Path ace no longer displays it’s placement target on screen initially when loading a save
- Upgrading to 002 Ace no longer refreshes the cooldown on the special toggle
- Resolved an issue with Monkey Ace jumping offscreen after a Retry Last Round
Banana Farm
- 5xx Banana Central no longer buffs other Banana Centrals in co-op
Engineer
- 1xx Engineers can now place their sentries correctly on One Two Tree
- Overclocking a 5xx Engineer’s sentry just as it starts exploding no longer crashes the game
- Engineer Paragon no longer crashes if created while a Bloontrap is being deployed
- Engineer Paragon no longer crashes when selling the main tower while it has a sentry moving through the air that has not landed yet
- Engineer Paragon should no longer throw sentries into the middle of the map due to techbots
- Resolved an issue where the Paragon’s permanent speed boost per round would not load until the end of the first round played after loading a save
Beast Handler
- 3xx Great White projectiles can no longer hit bloons far out of range
- 3xx Great White rare crash that could occur at end of rounds has been resolved
- 3xx Great White’s slow applied to grabbed target now expires correctly
- 310 Beast Handler now has eyebrows, just like that one map suggestion
- Corrected the splash asset for crosspathed 4xx & 5xx Beasts
- Merging an Orca into a Megalodon while it's taking out a bad should no longer cause a 2nd Megalodon to briefly appear
- x1x Microraptor no longer fails to attack in some cases when being moved to different heights
- x4x Tyrannosaurus Rex ability now scales with Challenge Editor ability cooldown slider
- Beast Handler's bird targeting no longer breaks when set to strong if bloons are leaving radius
- Resolved a crash that could occur when moving a beast to the screen boundary
Hero Specific Fixes
Obyn Greenfoot
- Resolved an issue where Obyn’s Wall of Trees when placed on an intersection looping back around on itself would not be able to hit the children of any targets that passed over it
Psi
- Resolved a crash that could occur when attacking glued Bloons
Geraldo
- Resolved an issue where selling Geraldo, and then re-buying him would show the description of the last-viewed store item from before selling him
Platform Specific fixes - PC: Beast Handler’s hotkey in the hotkeys menu has been moved up near the rest of the support towers
- PC: Added a ‘ Monkey Special 2’ hotkey (for towers like Beast Handler, Necromancers & Ace Paragon). By default the Special 1 & Special 2 hotkeys have been assigned to PageUp & PageDown and ordered so that PageUp triggers the upper specialty, and PageDown triggers the lower one
- Arcade: Resolved a strange one pixel wide black line that can appear above some text characters on the arcade font
- Chromebook: Game no longer crashes if attempting to login via webview
- Chromebook: Resolved an issue with bluetooth mice being unable to scroll
Balance Changes
Boomerang Monkey
This part has to be included along with the Lych Soul rework with Paragons which is finally making it in this update after necessary delays. As Boomerang Paragon’s knockback hits so many times so quickly, we need to make it more reasonable when applied to targets that aren’t immediately destroyed.
- Boomerang Paragon knockback amount reduced 3 > 1
Bomb Shooter
MOAB Assassin fills a useful role of a pure long cooldown ‘single target assassination’ in the game, but when compared to something like First Strike it feels a little lacking that it is unable to carry damage through MOAB Layers
- x4x MOAB Assassin ability passes through MOAB layers
- x4x MOAB Assassin ability explosion centers around the impact target
Tack Shooter
Blade Shooter has always struggled to find much value without MK or as a step to Maelstrom, so to give it build value on its own we feel like this should be a part of the base value on the upgrade.
- x3x Blade Shooter pierce increased from 6 > 8
Ice Monkey
Lowest tiers of ice monkey are far too effective for their cost against ceramics, with this scaling well all the way to round 100, we feel like ice duration against ceramics needs to be reduced to counter this but for now this reduction will only apply until T3.
- 000 Ice Monkey freeze duration reduced by 50% on ceramics
- All T3 Ice Monkeys increase freeze duration on ceramics from 50 > 100%
- 203 Icicles crosspath now gains camo prio
Glue Gunner
The Bloon Solver’s rework has been very popular, however, we’d like to have a better lead up into the new mechanics by introducing this earlier at the tier 4 now.
- 4xx Bloon Dissolver now creates puddles on track leading up to Bloon Solver, puddles deal 1 damage, all other stats and crosspath benefits are the same.
Sniper Monkey
This will allow Cripple MOAB to take out regular MOAB layers in one shot until round 100; for such a slow attacking single target tower we feel this will help top path flex, even if mostly for show.
- 5xx Cripple MOAB damage increased from 80 > 280
Monkey Buccaneer
Reworking Grape Shot crosspathing as it gains far too much crosspath value by T2 but then is lacking in purpose at higher tiers, double shot will only work as one extra grape however Destroyer will now apply its full attack rate buff to the grapes and Flagship will equip aspects of Grape Shot on the mini planes.
- 210 Grape Shot total projectiles reduced from 10 -> 6
- 310 Destroyer also reduced from 10 > 6 grapes
- 310 Destroyer now increases grape attack rate twice as much, matching increase to the regular attack
- 410 Aircraft Carrier planes radial attack now fires an arc of grapes instead of darts
- 410 Aircraft Carrier planes radial Emission Angle 360 > 90
- 410 Aircraft Carrier planes radial projectile count 8 > 6
- 410 Aircraft Carrier plane grape projectile speed 100 > 200
- 420 Aircraft Carrier planes radial projectile art: dart > hot grape
- 420 Aircraft Carrier planes radial damage type Sharp > Fire
- 400 Aircraft Carrier plane radials damage 1 > 2
- 4xx Aircraft Carrier missiles now follow tower target priority
Monkey Ace
Spectre is shifting a little of the ceramic bonus around into basic all damage at the cost of reduced pierce, which should make up for lack of single target damage while also making the pierce crosspath more necessary when being used for cleanup focus.
- xx4 Spectre Dart damage increased 3 > 4
- xx4 Spectre Dart ceramic bonus reduced 2 > 1
- xx4 Spectre Dart pierce reduced 15 > 10
- xx4 Spectre Bomb damage increased 2 > 3
- xx4 Spectre Bomb ceramic bonus reduced 4 > 3
- xx4 Spectre Bomb pierce reduced 30 > 20
Heli Pilot
Even with the map-range advantage, rotors are weak compared to any other constant AoE circle like this. Chinook feels like it’s near a place we are happy with now, however we want another tiny nudge on cost while keeping cash generation value the same. Pushing some higher values on the last Comanche Commander changes as the missile attack is effectively such a small portion of the tower’s total damage late game.
- 302 Razor Rotors will now benefit from the faster firing crosspath
- 3xx Razor Rotors cooldown rate 0.75 > 0.5
- x4x Support Chinook price reduced from $10500 > 9500
- x4x Support Chinook supply crate cash generated reduced $1650 > 1,550
- x4x Support Chinook max uses per round reduced from 3 > 2
- xx4 & xx5 Comanche mini's follow the target priority set on their main Heli
- xx5 Comanche Commander missile damage 7 > 15
- xx5 Comanche Commander missile moab bonus 5 > 8
- xx5 Comanche Commander mini's missile dmg 5 > 15
- xx5 Comanche Commander mini's missile moab bonus 5 > 8
Mortar Monkey
As the Rapid Reload crosspath has actually fallen behind in value compared to Burny Stuff for top path Mortars we want to try a slight stun duration increase as this buffs the base path with a larger benefit to Rapid Reload mortars as a stalling option. Mortar consistency is lacking at x3x making it tough to spend on even though x4x is fairly good, so some of the T4 rate is shifting down to help out with this. As the camo property has grown quite weak and currently Signal Flare is considered the best decamo tool, we want to push back slightly on its cost and by reducing the blast radius of the decamo area while emphasizing crosspathing for effectiveness there.
- 4xx The Big One stun duration non-MOABs increased from 0.5s > 0.75
- 5xx The Biggest One stun duration MOAB increased from 0.3s > 0.5
- 5xx The Biggest One stun duration BFB increased from 0.2s > 0.3
- 5xx The Biggest One stun duration DDT increased from 0.2s > 0.3
- x3x Heavy Shells attack delay reduced from 1.08 > 0.81
- x4x Artillery Battery attack rate buff reduced from ¼ to ⅓ (remains the same rate: 0.27)
- xx3 Signal flare cost increased $700 > 800
- xx4 Shattering Shells price reduced from $11,000 > 10900
- xx3 Signal Flare decamo radius reduced from 50 > 43
- 103 Signal Flare decamo pierce increased by 5 > 10
- xx4 Shattering Shells burn DoT deals moab bonus +5
Super Monkey
As Engineer sentries do this already, newly spawned Mini Avatars from temples will now by default match the target priority of the temple.
- 4xx Sun Temple's Magic Sacrifice mini Sun Avatars when placed will spawn with the same target prio as their parent tower
Ninja Monkey
We’re changing the Ninja Monkey Paragon’s focus as a fighter against camo, as we feel like a greater strength and tactical value against camo will be the full reveal of all camos rather than all camo removal.
- Ascended Shadow now grants global camo detection for all your towers
- Ascended Shadow no longer strips camo from Bloons with every attack
- Ascended Shadow main attack gains bonus to camo +6
- Ascended Shadow Flash Bomb Explosion gains bonus to camo +20
- Ascended Shadow Flash Bomb Shurikens gains bonus to camo +16
- Ascended Shadow Sticky Bomb Projectile gains bonus to camo +3200
- Ascended Shadow Sticky Bomb Explosion gains bonus to camo +700
- Ascended Shadow now deals 25% damage to all non-Boss MOABs that spawn
Alchemist
Alchemist Transforming Tonic is in a weird spot with the transformation unable to attack through walls when the base alchemist is able to. Also with this, including a QoL fix for the T5 that currently prevents transformed towers from functioning with target priority.
- x4x Transforming Tonic transformed alchemist can now ignore line of sight
- x5x Total Transformation towers transformed by the x5x will keep their Target Priority
Druid
While the tornado doesn't do anything to MOABs, it still spends itself on them which wastes a relatively long cooldown, so addressing this flaw. Avatar of wrath doubles the base attack speed before any scaling is applied, but this hasn’t ever applied to the 205 Lightning, so taking care of that as well. Housekeeping - even deep in the forest, it does actually make life better.
- 3xx Druid of the Storm’s Tornado no longer targets MOAB-class Bloons
- x3x Druid of the Jungle no longer pops Lead Bloons without 130 crosspath
- x3x Jungle Vine follows target prio of tower instead of strong
- x3x Jungle Vine defaults tower to strong priority when purchased
- 205 Avatar of Wrath base Heart of Thunder attack rate increased 2.3s > 1.15
Spike Factory
We’ve heard the feedback, so Spiked Mines get a tweak to get more mines exploding but with less pierce on each, to overall increase quality of life in more frequent use but less wasted pierce. This will help out with some of the problems it has scaling into late game super ceramics.
- 4xx Spiked Mines pierce increased from 12 > 20
- 4xx Spiked Mines explosion pierce reduced from 40 > 30
- 4xx Spiked Mines DoT damage increased from 1 > 10
- 5xx Super Mines explosion pierce remains at 60
- 5xx Super Mines DoT damage increased from 1000 > 2500
Monkey Village
A minor QoL for cheap Monkeyopolis creation, we included a small base amount of cash production to the generation formula.
- xx5 Monkeyopolis income formula now includes a base +$2500 minimum
Engineer
The 005 crosspath fix in the last update left XXXL Trap slower than previously even if crosspathed to 205, so we are increasing that base 005 slightly to match up the 205 crosspath again so that it isn’t any slower than before.
- xx5 XXXL Trap attack cooldown reduced from 5.8s > 4.6
Beast Handler
As our newest tower to be added to BTD6, we went over feedback for every path and made a large number of adjustments addressing a variety of points.
- 3xx Great White thrash rate benefits from speed buffs
- 3xx Great White damage increased 4 > 8
- 3xx Great White max extra damage from merge increased 8 > 16
- 3xx Great White max attack rate buff from merge increased 0.20634 > 0.38
- 3xx Great White extra thrash knockback duration from merge increased 0.1 > 0.2
- 4xx Orca thrash damage increased 20 > 30
- 4xx Orca thrash max extra damage from merge increased 40 > 60
- 4xx Orca max attack rate buff from merge increased 0.37829 > 0.38
- 4xx Orca thrash radius increased 20 > 24
- 5xx Megalodon price reduced from 55,000 > 45,000
- 5xx Megalodon thrash radius increased 30 > 36
- 5xx & x5x Beast handler paths are now overclockable
- x4x and x5x Max Merge Bonus: Overkill damage on MOABs now distributes to the children of that target
- xx1 Gyrfalcon path deals +1 damage to Regrows to stop accidental infinite regrow farms
- xx3 Golden Eagle pierce increased 12 > 15
- xx3 Golden Eagle pierce range increased 24 > 30
- xx3 Golden Eagle ceramic pierce penalty reduced from +3 > 1
- xx3 Golden Eagle Max Merge Bonus: Now grabs MOABs with pierce penalty +14
Gwendolin
Removing the stacking aspect of Gwendolin’s burn damage over time, but increasing the damage as she levels up so that it actually scales up in power now.
- Lv6 Gwendonlin main attack DoT stack count 0 > 1
- Lv6 Gwendonlin main attack DoT damage increased from 1 > 2
- Lv9 Gwendonlin main attack DoT damage increased from 1 > 4
- Lv10 Gwendonlin main attack DoT damage now increases by 1 per additional level
Adora
While they are complicated individuals, Adora can now fully appreciate the sacrifice of the newest Monkeys in the struggle against the Bloons.
- Lv7 Blood Sacrifice can now be used on Beast Handlers
Admiral Brickell
We aren’t happy with strats that start looking like exploits with frequent sell-replace loops.
- Upon Selling Brickell - all of her placed Mines are now expired along with her as well
Psi
Psi’s stalling out of the end of round is an odd mix of useful / annoying / out of control, so we are for now capping this to a 3 seconds of overtime stalling. Psi’s Psychic Blast ability also has weirdly low pierce for a long cooldown ability with no damage, we are increasing the base pierce greatly but it no longer increases in pierce at Lv7 since the extra pulse brings more pierce anyway.
- If no Bloons are left unpopped on screen aside from ones Psi is currently holding & destroying, these Bloons will be destroyed after a maximum of 3 seconds
- Lv3 Psychic Blast pierce increased from 50 > 200
- Lv7 Psychic Blast pierce increased from 100 > 200
Event / Boss / Relic / Knowledge
- All Lych Soul variations can now be stunned/slowed by paragon tier upgrades
Looking Forward Five months of 2023 done and dusted, which feels to us like it has zoomed by, perhaps because the Auckland office where the BTD6 team is based has only just reopened after the severe flooding at the end of January. All of Update 36 and the majority of Update 37 were completed while again working from home, but we’re very excited to have the office repairs done, the flood wall almost finished, and the ability to work shoulder to shoulder again on fun new things for the monkeyverse! Here’s the latest gaze into the crystal ball:
- Update 38 Key Content
- New Boss - Phayze: another all new Boss concept and play style, not giving any other hints apart from the name itself
- Summer fun: a new Brickell hero skin and a waterpark map aimed toward Intermediate to help keep northern hemisphere summer cool
- Quests: continuing to build new quest system features and adding a few new Quests to the list
- Update 39 Key Content
- Map Editor: under construction since last year with internal systems testing happening during 38.0 development, we are super excited to put map creation tools in player hands on as many platforms as possible when it goes live
- New Hero - Spirit Walker: another unique design that we’re sandboxing already to make sure it has as much balance and art iteration as possible, again no hints other than the name
- Update 40 Key Content
- New Paragon - Monkey Sub: we’ve tagged sub as the next Paragon, so tell the Navarch to stop hoarding all of the Portable Lakes!
- Stretch Goals - Boss Rush Team Event and CT Themes: lots of unknowns 3 updates out but we have strong plans for a new Team event and new parameters for Contested Territory that will make each CT more dynamic - anything that we don’t get done by end of year will have strong groundwork for next year
- Console
- Getting closer to submission on Xbox and PlayStation but this has been slow going. We’ve added another programmer and are working even more closely with platform partners to get through our last issues and launch as soon as possible, but that’s likely at least another 2 months. Switch is still a consideration depending on response to Xbox and PlayStation, as it will require additional bespoke development.
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2023.06.07 09:13 TheQuarantinian SCO-NV to consider whether stalking is a protected first amendment activity
Reno, NV mayor Hillary Schieve took her car in for service and the mechanic alerted her that somebody had attached a GPS tracking device to her car. After an investigation it was alleged that it had been placed by private investigator David McNeely, who was working on behalf of an unidentified client. It later came to light that a second car, belonging to Ex-Washoe County Commissioner Vaugn Hartung also had a GPS tracker, and he joined the suit as well.
Schieve asked the judge to order the PI to reveal the name of his client, which the PI is refusing to do citing client/PI privilege. A judge did indeed order the name of the client to be released, and the order has been appealed to the state's supreme court.
John Doe's lawyers have argued that the First Amendment grants the right to anonymously investigate public officials.
"Anonymous pamphlets leaflets, brochures and even books have played an important role in the progress of mankind. Persecuted groups and sects from time to time throughout history have been able to criticize oppressive practices and laws either anonymously or not at all. ... Even the Federalist Papers, written in favor of the adoption of our Constitution, were published under fictitious names." - Lawyers Alina Shell and Jeffrey Barr, Las Vegas, representing John Doe.
According to Doe's lawyers, if he wasn't guaranteed anonymity, their client never would have paid somebody to attach GPS trackers to the cars of elected officials so he could stalk them.
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2023.06.07 09:10 Jelativ You can recover, and there is hope.
Hi, I don't post or lurk here often because I don't see a reason to be reminded about agoraphobia unnecessarily, but I've come a long way since 10 months ago and I wanted to share my story.
Around August last year I was so badly unwell with panic disorder and agoraphobia that I was ready to admit myself into a psychiatric hospital, even if it meant 10 panic attacks on the way there. I was not eating or sleeping, and my nerves were so sensitised that even the sound of my girlfriend dropping a fork in the kitchen was enough to send me into shock. My mind was in a constant state of overwhelm that I couldn't listen to any music, watch any TV, and even the taste of food felt overstimulating to me. My girlfriend was spoonfeeding me and I was so lethargic from sleep deprivation that I couldn't even walk several metres to the bathroom, so I had to urinate in a bottle. Yeah, that's how bad I was.
I sought therapy rather quickly. I worked with a psychologist that specialised in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). This worked far better for me than traditional CBT, as ACT is more based around accepting and "observing" your intrusive thoughts and using techniques to diffuse from them, rather than trying to argue with them and reframe them which is more what CBT is about.
The real work, however, came with exposure therapy. I started literally just by walking to my mailbox. It took me 2 weeks to walk 100 metres to the supermarket. However, slowly but surely, my work was paying off. After a series of months, I was starting to tick off many of my goals, namely to visit nearby gardens/parks, go to the cinema, take public transport again (obviously just starting with a single stop), etc.
I make all of this sound easy, but it was not. What I struggled with most was the feeling of being "trapped". I cannot even begin to describe the dread I felt when the bus or light rail I was on came to an unexpected stop. The sheer horror and adrenaline dumps were horrific. And yes, there were setbacks, but I quickly jumped back on the horse and got back out there. The setbacks, when they did happen, were brief.
And it was all worth it. I am now 10 months into recovery, and last weekend I travelled 3 hours by car with a friend to an isolated cabin in the middle of nowhere, with no reception, and I had a blast. I am now going on dates with people again, I'm taking public transport freely, and for the most part, I'm really just living a normal life. I still struggle a bit with the feeling of being "trapped" sometimes but it's getting a lot better. I can take trains for hours, and only feel uncomfortable if they stop, but I no longer go into a panic. I am certainly not fully recovered, but I am looking to plan my first plane trip soon.
Why am I telling you this? Not to brag, because I am not special. I just did the work, and you can too. There is nothing to say that you can't, no matter how long you've suffered. I wanted to share a few key points to help others recover:
- Exposure therapy is the single most powerful intervention for phobias. Medications of any form do not treat phobias. They may mask symptoms of panic disorder, but they will not free you of agoraphobia. This includes benzos and alcohol. Benzos and alcohol inhibit our brain's learning mechanism from these experiences, and I assure you that if you rely on either of these your recovery will take far longer, or you may not progress. Some people find that antidepressants help, but I am not qualified to talk about that. If you feel like there's no way out, then you can give antidepressants a try. I know there are many people in this community that feel exposure is controversial, and I am sorry to be ignorant, but I have noticed a trend where these individuals have not done exposure correctly at all. You cannot say "I have been outside once a month and exposure isn't working" or "exposure was hard and traumatising so it doesn't work". It is MEANT to be hard.
- Exposure therapy does not need to be conducted with a therapist. You can do it on your own. Create a fear ladder and work your way up starting from what's most doable.
- You have to do some sort of exposure every single day. This is what I had to do to get to this point, and if you're serious about getting your life back, there are no such things as rest days. No matter how badly you're feeling, you have to get out. It will not feel worth it until you're three months down the line and realise that you "forgot" about anxiety while having dinner with friends.
- Don't become overly reliant on anxiety podcasts, anxiety videos, anxiety books, anxiety communities, etc. It doesn't help to constantly be reminded about this condition. Use them as a guide only. The goal is to move on from this condition, so don't wrap your identity around it. Don't call yourself an agoraphobe. Don't say "my" agoraphobia. You have a condition that can be treated. It is not a life sentence, believe it or not.
- If you can afford it, seek therapy to learn strategies and techniques to manage panic disorder and panic attacks. Exposure is key, but the techniques and coping mechanisms I've learned from therapy have been worth the weight of gold. They have GREATLY helped my exposures and I've been able to conjure up these techniques to prevent full blown panic attacks from surfacing.
- Don't give up. A fulfilling life is waiting for you on the other side. It doesn't matter how long it takes, because it will all be worth it in the end.
Feel free to ask any questions. I am not some "anxiety guru" and again, I am
not some special individual that was able to miraculously conquer this phobia. I just followed a graded set of steps, and was consistent. I am merely sharing the lessons I've learned from my own personal experience with agoraphobia, and what I've learned from the 15+ individual therapy sessions I've had over the course of the past 10 months. If you're ready to argue that I'm naive or ignorant because I haven't been housebound as long as you have, please don't bother. Time is irrelevant in the context of this phobia. It is
not degenerative in that sense. You can get back out there regardless of how long you've been housebound. Lastly, there is no quick hack to recovering from this condition, and anyone telling you otherwise is selling you lies.
So.. are you ready to spend another day inside, or will today be the day where you put your shoes on and make a start, even if it just means stepping a foot outside your door? I really hope it's the latter. You got this!
Helpful resources: - Many people recommend The Anxious Truth. It's a fantastic podcast with a lot of valuable information. You don't necessarily need to start from episode 1, but definitely listen to the episodes about exposure and recovery from agoraphobia: https://theanxioustruth.com/subscribe-to-podcast/
- "The Happiness Trap" by Russ Harris is an excellent book that teaches coping mechanisms, techniques, and strategies that can be applied to anxiety and panic attacks. These will greatly augment your exposures, especially if you can't afford to seek therapy.
- A lot of people recommend "Calm and Hope for Your Nerves" by Claire Weekes. I've read it, and it's not bad, but a little bit dated. If you're going to read anything, "The Happiness Trap" will benefit you far more.
- This agoraphobia recovery guide has some great information and explains how to create a fear ladder: https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/overcoming-agoraphobia-lovell-1999.pdf
- A write up on what exposure therapy is and why it works: https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/exposure-therapy
And as a helpful reminder, here's some stories from other individuals that started to see the light at the end of the tunnel:
And many other success stories:
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