6/13/2023 0 Comments Completely booked![]() Now, I would say that almost all (if not all) the items in the book are self-working. His creative process (which involves talking to imaginary friends) is also intriguing, to say the least. He seemed to have also lived the life of a hermit, only finding pleasure in inventing new magic tricks while caring for his ailing mother. It shocked me that he had a pretty sad upbringing, with what I would consider an abusive family lacking in love and family bonding. Interspersed throughout the book are short little essays and articles written about Stewart’s life, his upbringing and his creative process. I love that the book gives a card magician like myself a chance to explore other genres of magic, and the tricks inside using these miscellaneous props are just fantastic. While quite a number of the tricks in here are card tricks, there is a wide variety of items in the book that uses many different types of props – balls, boxes, cups, slates, slips of paper, ropes, rings and even silks. This book is really every creator’s dream book – it is a goldmine for interesting methods and concepts that you can take and apply to your own creations. I was very impressed with how ingenious every item was! Almost every item in this book is based on some clever principle that I’ve never encountered. For example, I learnt The Knot of Enchantment and A Match For Gravity first from a random kids’ magic book many years ago, without knowing that these were Stewart’s idea. There were a lot of self-working magic tricks in these magic books (obviously written for kids), and reading through Stewart’s material made me realise that a lot of these self-working tricks are actually Stewart’s creations that were included in these kids’ magic books, uncredited. ![]() ![]() When I was young, I used to go to the local library and borrowed any magic book I could find. I was surprised by how many tricks I recognised, but never knew that it belonged to Stewart. These were selected by various well-known magicians ( Max Maven, Bill Goodwin and Stephen Minch, just to name a few) from an impressive collection of over a thousand original tricks by Stewart himself.Īs I looked through the tricks in this book, there were a few things that made a big impression on me: The book I’d like to shine a spotlight on today is called The Essential Stewart James, which is a book containing of over fifty of Stewart James’ best creations. There are many other creators who have published only a fraction of his work (and often with a fraction of the originality and quality as well) but have somehow become known as creative geniuses, when in reality, Stewart James is one of Canada’s best magic exports in history (besides Dai Vernon, of course). I find him to be one of magic’s most enigmatic characters and creators, because despite the sheer volume of work credited to him, I don’t think he is as well-known as he should be. He truly is someone I am intrigued by, and his unparalleled ingenuity with magic is something I highly admire and respect. Whenever people ask me to name my favourite magic creator, Stewart James' name inevitably comes up. Fully Booked - The Essential Stewart Jamesīy Harapan Ong - Sunday, February 17, 2019
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6/13/2023 0 Comments Sign in turbotax“Intuit is pleased to have reached a resolution with the state attorneys general that will ensure the company can return our focus to providing vital services to American taxpayers today and in the future,” Kerry McLean, Intuit’s executive vice president and general counsel, said at the time. ![]() ![]() When contacted by the Associated Press on Friday, Inuit pointed to the company’s May 2022 statement following the settlement agreement. of computer usage show up significantly and with the correct sign. After this, you have to tap on the Sign in link in the upper right corner of the screen. by fat is Intuit's TurboTax, the fact that Intuit's Quicken has the largest. “The website lists Free, Free, Free and the customers are assuming their return will be free,” an internal company PowerPoint presentation said, per ProPublica. Go to the TurboTax login official website. According to documents obtained by ProPublica, Intuit executives were aware of the impact of advertising free services that were not free for everyone. agreed to suspend TurboTax’s “free, free, free” ad campaign. Under the terms of last year’s settlement, Intuit Inc. ![]() At the time of the May 2022 settlement, James said her investigation into Intuit was sparked by a 2019 ProPublica report that found the company was using deceptive tactics to steer low-income tax filers away from the free, federal services they qualified for – and toward its commercial products instead. After the tax preparers owner, Intuit, was found to be wrongfully steering users toward its paid products, it’s now going to pay up. Intuit, QuickBooks, QB, TurboTax, ProConnect, Mint, Credit Karma, and Mailchimp are registered trademarks of Intuit Inc. 6/12/2023 0 Comments Rssowl news filters howtoSet the following options in the web part property pane: News. In the same column, beneath the web part you just added, add the News web part again, and title it Milestones. The Pro+ account gets you the AI-features and more for $12 a month. Filter: Page properties Property name: Post type Equals Department News Select Apply to save your changes. ![]() A Pro subscription is $8 a month (cheaper if you pay for a year) and enables more features like notes, save to Evernote, and ad-free reading. Like the others here, Feedly offers iOS and Android apps along with a web interface. Depending on how you use RSS, though, this could be a useful feature. I found that it worked well enough, but a big part of what I like about RSS is that there's no AI-I don't want automated filtering. Feedly also touts Leo, the company's AI search assistant, which can help filter your feeds and surface the content you really want. Actually this step has been performed before news categories classification. It even has a few features Inoreader does not, like Evernote integration (you can save articles to Evernote) and a notes feature for jotting down your thoughts on stories. To filter only news from the given dataset of publications we had to implement a binary classifier. It lacks one thing that makes Inoreader slightly better for my use-the YouTube syncing-but otherwise Feedly is an excellent choice. It's well-designed and easy to use, and it offers great search options so it's easy to add all your favorite sites. Once you've found one you like, put it on one of our Best Tablets or Best iPads for easy reading on the go.įeedly is probably the most popular RSS reader on the web, for good reason. The picks below are the best RSS readers available. I've been using RSS for more than a decade and recently spent a few months trying almost a dozen RSS reader services. You just might discover some cool new sites to read. Most of them feature built-in search and suggestions, so you don't have to go hunting for feeds yourself. RSS has been around awhile now, so there are a lot of very good RSS readers out there. There are two parts to RSS: the RSS reader and the feeds from your favorite websites. Instead of visiting 10 sites to see what's new, you view a single page with all new content. RSS stands for “really simple syndication.” It's a protocol that allows an RSS reader to talk to your favorite websites and get updates from them. ![]() Whether you are sick of social media, want to get away from endless notifications, or just want to read your news all in one spot, an RSS reader can help. 6/12/2023 0 Comments Old fashioned drink recipe![]() Angostura is the classic pick, with warm baking spices and a spicy sweetness. Now that you have a base, it's time to play with bitters. Either bourbon or rye will work, so use whatever suits your tastes. When selecting the foundation, choose a whiskey that could fly solo and stands up to the sugar and aromatic bitters. ![]() This shortcut also allows for easy modification, since sometimes only a bit of extra sugar is needed, and who wants to bother cutting a dried up sugar cube? If it isn’t already on hand, it can be made in less than 30 seconds. The blasphemous alternative is to use simple syrup, which blends easily without manual labor. ![]() The home bartender will take forever to get through them, leaving dry and deteriorated contents. Unfortunately, sugar cubes come in huge boxes. Fresh cubes retain much of their moisture content, making for easy crushing. If you choose to muddle your sugar cube, it needs a proper soaking of bitters. Ultimately, there are many things to consider. Indeed, thoroughly incorporating the sugar is an important step in creating this sublime classic, but do short cuts really adulterate the product? Unless you are a stickler for procedure, you might be more interested in efficiency, for which an alternative method exists. Those who vehemently adhere to “proper” technique can require up to 20 minutes of muddling to crush a sugar cube. There are many other cocktails that fall into the category of “classic cocktails” and many spins and twists on these classic flavors.To crush or not to crush? Some believe the success of an Old Fashioned hinges on the application of sweetener. If you’re loving the brandy old fashioned and want to up your mixology game by getting into some other “classic cocktails” that blend simple flavors in complementary fashions, here are some you may enjoy: Just mix the drink without muddling (do be sure the sugar gets dissolved in the first step) and simply squeeze the orange slice you use for garnish into the drink for that extra splash of flavor. If you don’t have a muddler, don’t worry. In fact, to give a bit of added fruit flavor to the drink, some bartenders will muddle orange slices and cherries with the bitters and sugar. That’s how we prefer ours and the way we’ve crafted our recipe below. While the bubbly filler is up to your discretion, the orange and cherry garnish for a Wisconsin Brandy Old Fashioned is non-negotiable. Or, you can skip all the fanciness and simply add seltzer. You can also make it with sour mix or a sour soda (often Squirt), making it “sour.” You can get fancy, and make it “press,” with a combination of 7-up and seltzer. In Wisconsin, the default way to make a Brandy Old Fashioned is with a splash of Sprite or 7-up, making it “sweet.” (So much so, in fact, that Korbel still sells more brandy in Wisconsin than in any other individual state.) Brandy Old Fashioned Sweet or Sour? Korbel began pouring the classic “Old Fashioned” whiskey cocktail using brandy, and the German crowd from Milwaukee took to the brandy and the cocktail in a big way. A Brandy Old FashionedĪpparently at the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893, a new brandy distiller from California called Korbel was sampling their spirits. But, as it grew in popularity, so did the variations. The Old Fashioned started as a simple combination of Whisky, Angostura bitters, sugar, and water. The Old Fashioned Cocktail takes up its place in the list of the most basic classic cocktails along with the Martini and the Manhattan. It’s so widely popular that native Wisconsinites refuse to believe that an Old Fashioned cocktail uses anything other than brandy. If you’ve spent any time in Wisconsin, and cocktails are your thing, then you’ve probably tasted the unofficial state cocktail, the Brandy Old Fashioned. Whether you like your Brandy Old Fashioned sweet or sour, this Wisconsin take on the classic cocktail is the perfect drink for sipping as you grill up some brats or enjoy a classic fish fry. 6/12/2023 0 Comments Polywood glider![]() Stated lead times will not apply to orders containing single item quantities of 25 or greater. Please also note that when paying by check/money order, stated lead times will only take effect once your check has been received and clears processing. Please note that orders placed after 3:00 pm ET may not be received until the following business day. For example, an order containing mixed lead time items may take as long as 9 weeks to ship, while an order only containing 6-week items will ship within 6 weeks. Most of our products are made to order and the lead time of your order will match the longest lead time of any item on the order. The surface characteristics of the product may require the use of a soft bristle brush to get into the creases.We offer free ground shipping within the contiguous US on every order and will ship your order using the fastest, safest, most reliable method possible! Pressure should not exceed 1,500 psi, which is the equivalent of a car wash. Can Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ be power washed? A high pressure power washer may be used for regular maintenance to keep your furniture looking like new. Can it be sanded? Although minor scratches in POLYWOOD® lumber can be addressed with a light sanding, Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ cannot be completely resurfaced using sandpaper. Can it be painted? Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ does not need to be painted, stained, or sealed in any way, due to the durable nature of the material. The hardware can also be protected by using color-appropriate appliance touch up paint (available at local hardware stores). A practical solution to these signs of corrosion is to wash the product with soap and water, using a soft bristle brush to scrub the corroding areas of the hardware. Although the quality of the hardware has a high level of corrosive resistance, it can show some sign of corrosion in salt air environments. The hardware used in the assembly and construction of our furniture have an AlloChrome 3200+™ finish with a cosmetic coating. The surface characteristics of the product may require the use of a soft bristle brush to get into the creases. Fungi can also be removed using any readily available anti-fungal product. For advanced cleaning or to remove fungi, use a solution of 1/3 bleach and 2/3 water. Maintenance How do I clean Trex® Outdoor Furniture™? For regular maintenance, simply wash the product with soap and water. This means that even in strong winds you won't have to worry about your furniture blowing away. For assembly assistance, check out our Assembly Tips Page How much does Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ weigh? The weight of a Trex chair is similar to that of a hardwood chair, averaging 30 to 50 pounds each. Those that require assembly often take less than 30 minutes to complete and include basic tools with simple instructions. Some models even unfold right out of the box with no assembly necessary. Is assembly required? Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ is designed to require minimal assembly. All our conversation, dining, counter, and bar height tables - excluding the Surf City 30" tables - include a removable center plug for umbrellas. Do Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ tables include an umbrella hole? Yes. What is the hardware made from? The hardware used in the assembly and construction of our furniture have an AlloChrome 3200+™ finish with a cosmetic coating. ![]() What are the Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ cushions made out of? For the best year-round performance in outdoor settings, Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ cushions are made from Sunbrella® fabrics. Is it UV protected? Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ contains UV-inhibited pigment systems that reduce fading in pieces built with POLYWOOD® lumber. Is the Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ color only on the surface? The color in Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ built with POLYWOOD® lumber runs all the way through. Does it contain wood or natural fibers? Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ built using POLYWOOD® lumber is made from HDPE and does not contain wood or any natural fibers. ![]() This exceptionally durable plastic lumber is made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), UV-inhibited pigment systems, foaming compounds, and selected process additives. General Is Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ made from Trex decking? The majority of Trex Outdoor Furniture is built using POLYWOOD® lumber. 6/12/2023 0 Comments Lingo meaning![]() We can say that TBH and TBQH are redundant abbreviations. This extension is used to emphasize the existing use of TBH. "TBQH" stands for "to be quite honest" and has a similar meaning as "to be honest". These abbreviations are not commonly used on such platforms, but some influencers use them. There are a few extensions to the TBH abbreviations like TBQH and TBFH. So contextually, TBH in this example also stands for "to be heard." "TBH I've been feeling overwhelmed with my workload lately and I think we need to find a solution together." Here TBH signals a sense of acknowledgement by the company. The person is giving an opinion and he wanted to be heard by the group. "TBH I feel like my opinions are being ignored in this discussion." In this example, the person is frustrated and wants to have listened to by the audience. Such sentences are frequently used on social media platforms, particularly Instagram, to express one's true opinion of others' posts. "TBH I really like your hair." TBH here also expresses "to be honest", and it reflects that the speaker feels that what he or she is about to say is sincere and objective. Then the use of TBH in such scenarios adds value to it and represents that you are being honest with him. "TBH I am working out in the gym." Here TBH also stands for "to be honest” and it might be used when someone asks about you, and he does not believe you. When the message is conveyed with the use of TBH it adds value to the statement about its truthful meaning of it. "TBH I am leaving this job." In this example TBH means "to be honest” and it is used by the person to pass a true statement about his job that the receiver might not believe. Let’s discuss some scenarios to understand the meaning of this acronym better. TBH is being used on all social media, especially Twitter and Facebook posts in many different scenarios. It was used in a variety of contexts and some of those are explained above. TBH appeared in the early days of digital communications and quickly became a part of it. Part 2 : Common Scenarios Where TBH Is Used ![]() For example, if a user is writing TBH in the post caption and uploading a quote from any renowned writer then it means that the user is being candid and shares the same viewpoint on the given matter. ![]() Social media users and influencers use it to emphasize their honest opinion on any post. However, TBH on social media is mostly used to "tell the truth”. In this case, people might express their desire to be understood and valued by utilizing this acronym. Typically, the speaker will use it to underline how important it is to be heard and understood, especially in social and political contexts. On the other hand, TBH is also short for "to be heard." Although it is less frequent than the "to be honest", it is regularly used in formal and informal conversations. It is a commonly used interpretation of TBH and is frequently used in texts, Facebook postings, and Instagram stories. Being "honest" involves speaking the truth and not trying to win others over by plausibly false or flattering claims. It is utilized to send a message of forthrightness and honesty. TBH is an acronym used for "to be honest”. 6/12/2023 0 Comments Photo focus![]() Let me tell you this: getting sharp photos during the night. It's a highly capable and intuitive photo editor, and we recommend it. Download and use 90,000+ Focus stock photos for free. The most normal challenge with nighttime photography is getting everything sharp and in focus. It's listed as working in Windows versions 95 to Vista, but we tested it in Windows 7 and it worked fine. We tried the selection, color, and drawing tools with both a mouse and a Wacom pen, both of which gave excellent control, though pen compatibility isn't perfect for instance, hovering over a tool with the pen doesn't bring up the tool's label, which it does with the mouse.įocus Photoeditor is shareware that is free to try for 30 days, though the trial version puts a watermark on images. One of Photoeditor's differences we like is the Layers function's separate tabs for image and text layers. The similarity is more than skin deep, since Photoeditor is compatible with many Adobe Photoshop features, including its Filters Host Application. Want more inspiration Browse our search results. The layout is typical of full-featured photo editors, with tabs, layers, icon-based toolbars, and sliders. Inspirational designs, illustrations, and graphic elements from the worlds best designers. Regardless of the type of photography you choose to focus on, Photofocus is here as a helpful and educational resource for the aspiring and professional photographer. There's the usual File, Edit, and Help menus, but most controls are labeled descriptively, such as Color, Noise/Sharpness, Exposure, and Tasks. It allows people to capture moments in time for the purpose of keeping, documenting, sharing, protecting and story telling. It includes an advanced image browser and a Web album wizard, too.įocus Photoeditor's menu bar features clearly labeled functions that are logically and intuitively grouped, which makes them easy to find and understand. It has automatic features for quick photo fixes, but it's also easy to use it to draw, paint, and create custom graphics. (Photo by Sydney Phoenix/Released) Date: Mar 08, 2023. Focus Photoeditor emphasizes digital photography but does just about everything other graphics packages can do, with a few twists of its own. 6/12/2023 0 Comments Dragon dictate english data diskIt’s always available, convenient to use, and easy to understand so you can get the answers you need without delay. Or you can use Dragon Dictate with a Nuance-approved Bluetooth USB microphone to go hands-free and wireless.įor those times when you need a little assistance, Dragon Dictate offers complete, searchable online help. Control Mac applications, press any keyboard key combination, or move your mouse cursor and click anywhere on screen, just using your voice.ĭragon Dictate can read selected text out loud, enabling you to proofread your dictated documents using Mac OS X's powerful text-to-speech capabilities.Ĭreate new voice commands for controlling Mac applications, or set up voice-triggered workflows using AppleScript or Automator.ĭragon Dictate comes with a high-quality USB headset microphone (included with new purchase), so you have everything you need to get started. Instead of using your mouse to select menu commands or your keyboard to type shortcuts, simply speak a command and Dragon Dictate executes it for you. A powerful Vocabulary Editor lets you add specialized words, such as the names of people, places and other proper nouns. ![]() That's one of the highest rates out there. Dragon speech recognition software uses deep learning technology. This is a conversational AI company focusing on listening and analysis. Click the Stop sign in the status window to turn on your microphone. Dragon Naturallyspeaking is the suite of speech recognition apps by Nuance. Upon launch, Dragon opens a blank TextPad (PC) or TextEdit (Mac) document, though you can use any supported word processor. It's Simply Smarter Speech Recognition for the Mac.ĭragon Dictate never misspells a word, so typos are a thing of the past.ĭragon Dictate offers Recognition Training which enables it to learn how you speak while you use the software. Dictating Your First Documents To start dictating, open Dragon and select your profile. Built from the ground up for Mac OS X Snow Leopard, Dragon Dictate helps you create reports, email, articles, books, research notes, online content, and more – quickly, easily and accurately. Input text just by speaking – up to three times faster than typing - and interact with your favorite Mac applications using only your voice. ![]() Dragon Dictate lets you accomplish more on your Mac than you ever thought possible. Retake fee: USD 100 plus applicable taxes as required per local law.Registration fee: USD 200 plus applicable taxes as required per local law.Time allotted to complete the exam: 105 minutes.Content: 60 multiple-choice/multiple-select questions and 5 non-scored questions.Read on for details about the Salesforce Administrator exam. Candidates should be able to maintain a Salesforce organization, respond to common business requirements, and perform administrative functions using current Salesforce features. Salesforce Certified Administrator candidates should have general knowledge of the features available to end users and the configuration options available to a Salesforce Administrator. 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6/12/2023 0 Comments Project cars go open beta![]() Since its launch in 2015, the game and its sequel have been. ![]() It has over 10 years of pedigree in racing games, and Project CARS represents the culmination of all that experience and heritage. The Project Cars Go APK series is a popular racing game launched by Slightly Mad Studios. Slightly Mad Studios is the team behind the critically acclaimed GTR® series, Need For Speed® Shift™ & Shift 2 Unleashed® & the Project CARS Franchise. Chockerande, detta tillkännagavs ursprungligen för nästan 2. GAMEVIL continues to lead the sector with a commitment to establishing mobile gaming as a way of life.įollow GAMEVIL on Twitter at and "Like" GAMEVIL on Facebook at /gamevil. Project CARS-utvecklaren Slightly Mad Studios har gått ihop med Gamevil för att få den populära tävlingsserien till mobila enheter med en ny titel som heter Project CARS GO. With offices in Los Angeles, Berlin, Tokyo, Beijing, Bangkok, Singapore, Taipei, Hanoi, Jakarta, and headquartered in Seoul, GAMEVIL has been able to craft numerous award-winning games with a diverse background through a deep understanding of the industry and regional knowledge. GAMEVIL is an experienced global mobile game developer and publisher, having worked with more than 70 top studios around the world. Now, players in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia can register their interest in taking part in an upcoming closed beta test for iOS and Android. The New Era of Formula 1® Awaits with Revolutionary Cars, F1® Sprint Races, Pirelli Hot Laps and More Formula 1® heads to the Sunshine State for the first time and you can be there too in EA SPORTS F1® 22 Take your seat as redesigned cars and overhauled rules redefine your race day. GAMEVIL has published games optimized for mobile devices enjoyed by over 115 million players since 2000. Project Cars Go is a mobile-friendly spin on developer Slightly Mad Studios’ decidedly hardcore Project Cars series. iOS and Android users based in US, UK, Canada and Australia.Registration link along with dates, times and details found below: ![]() With real-life tracks, easy-to-use customization vehicle options, and officially licensed race cars, Project CARS GO is a fun and casual racing experience that connects casual fans with varying degrees of interest in motorsports. The simple "One Touch" racing mechanic offers a fun and easy way to experience high-octane racing wherever, whenever. Compete around the world on the most famous race and drag. Project CARS GO removes the tougher elements of simulation racing and streamlines them for players while maintaining an aspect of realism. Feel the thrill of racing in PROJECT CARS GO with ONE-TOUCH racing gameplay optimized for mobile. This is the first time players can race the casual yet intricate "One Touch" mobile racing experience based on the best-selling Project CARS racing franchise. PROJECT CARS GO CLOSED BETA REGISTRATION NOW OPENĪward-winning racing game developers Slightly Mad Studios and publisher GAMEVIL are enabling iOS and Android players to get an early behind the wheel test drive of Project CARS GO. |