![]() ![]() We'll see you next time to unpack more of the data behind top news stories. Has received criticism for some parts of the crypto community for its referral program which some say resemble a pyramid scheme blurs up more than 47% over the past seven days. After going live earlier this week, blast received over $400 million in deposits and will issue an airdrop in May. Friday's move also comes alongside Bitcoin hitting its highest point since May 2022 blur has performed particularly well following the launch of blast, a layer two network developed by the same team. The token rose from 55 cents to as high as 64 cents after the listing continued, the uptrend that saw its value double in the past week according to coin market cap. OP to USDC DEX Pair: The live OP/USDC dex price on the Optimism chain, traded on Uniswap v3 (Optimism) is 2.10 USD. ![]() We update our OP to USD price in real-time. The native token of NFT platform blur searched by 22% on Friday after being listed on B's convert feature which allows B customers to buy and sell assets without going through a traditional order book. The live Optimism price today is 1.80 USD with a 24-hour trading volume of 204,483,782 USD. The circulating supply is not available and. The current CoinMarketCap ranking is 5017, with a live market cap of not available. OpenSwap Optimism Token is down 0.52 in the last 24 hours. The smart contract governs the interaction between the layer-2. These rollups reduce the load on the Ethereum mainnet and increase its scalability by processing transactions outside of it. ![]() We update our OPENX to USD price in real-time. An optimistic rollup is a layer-2 scaling solution designed to enhance Ethereum 's throughput and latency by moving computation and data storage off-chain. All right, let's take a look at the chart of the day blur. The live OpenSwap Optimism Token price today is 0.027883 USD with a 24-hour trading volume of 2,265.05 USD. The chart of the day is presented by, the leading crypto platform trusted by over 80 million users worldwide. ![]()
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![]() ![]() ![]() This results means that the majority of harmful ultra fine particles can also be prevented with the use of the nasal screens. This result is significantly above most the filtering abilities of most commercial dust masks.įor the very elusive Ultra Fine particles that are less than 0.1 microns,which include even viruses, the filtration showed effectiveness close to 80%. For the particles less than 2 microns, commonly refereed to as Fine Particles the filtration effect was up to 92.9% effective. The study has concluded that for coarse particles the capability of the filtration was up to 99%. The methods utilized for the effectiveness of the filtration is with the usage of an Ultrasonic Particle Sieve.For the Qualitative Analysis the Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) is used.The Lab used two major methods for the analysis of the Nasal Screens filtration abilities: Limit of Quantitation (LOQ): The minimum concentration of an measure is measured within specified limits of precision and accuracy during routine laboratory operating conditions.Particle analysis is limited to a single occurrence of an measure particle in the sub-sample analyzed. Limit of Detection (LOD): The minimum concentration is theoretically achieved for a given analytical procedure in the absence of matrix or sample processing effects.Trace levels of the measure may be present in the sample below the limit of detection (LOD). None Detected (ND) denotes the absence of a measure in the sample analyzed.The results of the research can be seen here at the original document: Laboratory Reseach – Marian Fabric Porosity Descriptions & Definitionsīefore testing the nasal screens an understanding of the terms is necessary. EMSL Analytical conducted this study, to measure the effectiveness of FDNS Nasal Screens in preventing Particulate Matter penetrating through the protective barriers. To see a comprehensive list of the dangerous airborne pollutants you can check this indoor air pollutant list. ![]() ![]() In the end it comes down to time or money. Also if you already paid for Houdini FX you don't really need to splurge the extra money. The default's in Houdini are not as good as in Realflow, but you can get there pretty quickly if you have a bit of time. Houdini's particle and fluids are extremely comparable in today's builds. In your particular case it doesn't make as much sense. Which often was the case of using Houdini or going straight to a 3rd party render engine. Also if you are on a short term project with a Realflow specialist versus a Houdini specialist it makes sense.Īdditionally since Realflow is not a full 3-D package you will need to render, surface, instance, or cleanup in another app. This plug-in brings Houdini’s powerful and flexible procedural workflow into Unreal Engine through Houdini Digital Assets. Session Sync and Node Sync are two features of the Houdini Engine Plugin to interact with a live session of Houdini. Or if you want you wanted to pair Realflow with Maya or Max it makes a lot of sense. Houdini Engine for Unreal Engine is a plug-in that allows integration of Houdini technology into Unreal. ![]() Same morphing effect can be done with realflow using magic daemon. All the sand & dust for the scorpion sequences were done with houdini fluids. It shouldn't be too hard to get these recompiled, I just don't know when I can get to it so anyone wanting to do that please be my guest. Clash of the titans has got Houdini fluids in it. Hi there, Yes, I'm still supporting the Real Flow plugins, but have been delayed by license issues (and working in a new location). For those who only need a particle system and say after effects, Houdini doesn't make much sense. 460 subscribers 1.6K views 1 year ago This is a fluid morphing setup demo using FLIP solver in sidefx houdini. In Realflow, when you increase the resolution and substeps of the sim, the behavior of the fluid changes completely. There was a brief article on fxguide on Digital Domain's work for percy and the lightning thief, that mentions they used it for the fire of the hydra (mixed with comp), probably more info in cinefex magazine. The final phase will be a mesh importer to import meshes generated in Real Flow and a particle exporter to allow importing of Houdini particles into Real Flow. ![]() ![]() The major different is Houdini was designed as a full 3-D app and Realflow is a really good specialist software. This will the allow the artist to generate fluid simulations using geometry created in Houdini and then import the resulting particles back into Houdini for additional processing. As Houdini was/is the more expensive product. It used to be people would have realflow and the debate would be should you add Houdini. They have a lot of default behaviors that when you use it out of the box's are better than Houdini's setup.Īs far as adding it once you have Houdini is a different story. Real flow is a very powerful piece of software that used to out handle Houdini real well. ![]() ![]() Our company provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We are proud to provide access to credit products and excellent services to consumers who are largely overlooked by traditional credit card issuers.ĬFC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. With our success, we have also grown into an innovative financial tech company! With a state-of-the-art consumer underwriting, marketing, and servicing platform, we provide a variety of services to our consumers when other financial institutions will not accommodate them. 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Strong understanding of consumer finance regulations.Ĭontinental Finance Company (“CFC”) is one of America’s leading marketers and servicers of credit cards for consumers with less-than-perfect credit.Ability to provide sound, ethical advice on a broad range of business issues.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.Ability to understand and distill complex business practices or regulatory requirements.Exceptional drafting and writing skills.Minimum 2 years’ experience with compliance.Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a financial environment.Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Finance, English, or Marketing preferred.The ideal candidate will have the following: Keep abreast of the latest developments and best practices for training and content.Train compliance team on internal processes and procedures.Maintain Company training calendar and prepare reports for senior management.Assist with continuous improvement of policies, procedures, and training.Maintain policies and procedures on the Company’s SharePoint website.Develop, customize, and improve regulatory training with internal and external stakeholders regarding consumer finance regulations.Review customer facing communications and marketing materials for risk and regulatory requirements and track status of reviews and approvals.Prepare policy reports for quarterly board of directors meeting.Support the drafting and updating of Company documentation and processes.Coordinate policy revision discussions, maintain revision versions, and maintain relevant documentation.Draft and/or revise policies with input from subject matter experts and stakeholders.***CFC offers a hybrid work schedule which includes three (3) core days in the office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) and two (2) remote workdays (Monday and Friday)*** The Compliance Policy, Training & Communications Analyst is responsible for mitigating Company risk and ensuring adherence to compliance policies. We are seeking a Compliance Policy, Training & Communications Analyst to support our Compliance team. Come join a growing financial technology company that’s leading the marketplace in both the marketing and servicing of credit cards! Continental Finance Company specializes in credit card options for those consumers with less than perfect credit. ![]() ![]() Once the temperature drops, you’ll find locals parading through the streets in their bean boots and layering up in their flannels. Bean merchandise all over the country now, but Mainers have a special connection to the store. Says Smith: “This is a test, we’re very clear.Good luck squeezing through the door and making your way through the store during the holiday season. Bean product to show up at a million stores in your town anytime soon. Bean is in no rush to go too far down the wholesale road, or to set a sales percentage target for wholesale, though Smith says that share is unlikely to exceed 25% and could be far less. But those categories have lifted its competitors too. Bean as Americans worked from home and took to the outdoors, with products like quilts, outdoor furniture, and more recently, down puffers leading the way. To be sure, sales of many products exploded for L.L. Bean could use a boost: sales slipped 3% to $1.5 billion in 2019 and are on track to be down slightly again in 2020, this time because of the pandemic which shut stores for weeks, overshadowing an online sales jump that continues. Smith, CEO since 2016, says that the exploration of wholesale partnerships began a couple of years ago to help L.L. ![]() Bean trying new partnerships, the brand is launching a collection with men’s wear designer Todd Snyder, its first such collaboration. For Nordstrom, the partnership allows it to further build up its active wear assortment. “We wanted to be sure we were in an environment with the same type of customer service,” says Smith. And Nordstrom caters to the affluent customer L.L. What’s more, Nordstrom’s reputation for good customer service struck a chord with Smith, whose company is renowned for its generous returns policy. Bean, is prized as a wholesaler for how it showcases brands with nice presentations rather than the shabby displays common at other department stores. But the Seattle-based retailer, family run just like L.L. Nordstrom’s business has been severely hurt by the pandemic and a shift away from fancier clothes as fewer people go to the office or to special events. At the same time, he says, “We don’t want to get to a place where we are overly reliant on the health of somebody else’s business.” “We’re doing the same thing, but starting from different directions,” Smith says of Nike’s strategy. “We are so well known as a brand but we don’t always have such great brand relevance to customers,” Smith continues.īut while the approach differs, the goal is the same: striking the balance between maximizing a brand’s reach and ensuring it is presented as well at a wholesaler as in its own stores. ![]() And that is dangerous at a time when rival brands like Patagonia and The North Face-which are widely sold beyond their own stores including at Nordstrom-tend to have a higher profile with shoppers. ![]() Bean is only about fleece or flannel, while its assortment actually includes things like furniture, bikes, and fishing gear. Bean brand.” As beloved as the brand is, he concedes, many shoppers don’t have it top of mind, or think L.L. Bean was gingerly testing the wholesale waters after all these years, CEO Stephen Smith tells Fortune, “The simple answer is, to expose new customers to the L.L. Bean will soon be selling some of its products at Nordstrom, adding to roster of new retail partners that includes Staples and Midwest sporting goods chain Scheels All Sports.Īsked why the 108-year-old L.L. Bean, beloved for its iconic duck boots and fleece sweaters, has always kept tight control over how and where its products are sold, exclusively using its own stores, catalog, and website to build what is now a roughly $1.5 billion annual business.īut the brand’s limited store fleet of 54 locations, and the need to reach a wider clientele are now prompting it to move beyond so-called ‘direct-to-consumer’ selling by branching out into wholesale. ![]() ![]() At the age of 5 years old, Atlee was left seriously assaulted after her twin sister, Mercy, was abducted from their bedroom. The prolific thriller writer David Baldacci begins a new series featuring female FBI Special Agent Atlee Pine, with quite a backstory. I just didn’t care what happened.ĭavid Putnam author of The Bruno Johnson series. I was not endeared to the victim which made the jeopardy of the book negligible. But the biggest reason was the lack of motivation for me to care. There was one scene that was also over the top and too predictable (the helicopter scene-why leave the café to go talk somewhere else?). This is where the forward motion of the story slows, almost stops and churns in place for no other reason than to up the page count. ![]() For me this book just lacked the depth I prefer and had too much filler, what I call running out of plot. I gave it 200 pages before I threw in the towel. The Long Road, was too far into the chocolate and popcorn for my tastes. I have the ability to love them both equally. I have often classified books as spectrum as either chocolate and popcorn for pure entertainment, and Savory, meat and potatoes for literary works with great depth. Established by David and his wife, Michelle, the Wish You Well Foundation supports family and adult literacy programs in the United States.Ī lifelong Virginian, David is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Virginia School of Law.ĭNF. ![]() In addition to being a prolific writer, David is a devoted philanthropist, and his greatest efforts are dedicated to his family’s Wish You Well Foundation®. David has also published seven novels for younger readers. His books are published in over 45 languages and in more than 80 countries, with 150 million copies sold worldwide. In total, David has published 46 novels for adults all have been national and international bestsellers, and several have been adapted for film and television. (Much later, when David thanked her for being the spark that ignited his writing career, she revealed that she’d given him the notebook to keep him quiet, "because every mom needs a break now and then.”)ĭavid published his first novel, Absolute Power, in 1996 the feature film adaptation followed, with Clint Eastwood as its director and star. But unless Pine keeps working the case and discovers the truth, it could spell the very end of democracy in America as we know it.ĭavid Baldacci has been writing since childhood, when his mother gave him a lined notebook in which to write down his stories. If she disobeys direct orders by continuing to search for the missing man, it will mean the end of her career. But just as Pine begins to put together clues pointing to a terrifying plot, she's abruptly called off the case. It soon seems clear the lost tourist had something more clandestine than sightseeing in mind. So when one of the Grand Canyon's mules is found stabbed to death at the bottom of the canyon-and its rider missing-Pine is called in to investigate. She's the lone agent assigned to the Shattered Rock, Arizona resident agency, which is responsible for protecting the Grand Canyon. Three decades after that terrifying night, Atlee Pine works for the FBI. It's seared into Atlee Pine's memory: the kidnapper's chilling rhyme as he chose between six-year-old Atlee and her twin sister, Mercy. ![]() and an old nightmare.Įeny, meeny, miny, moe. When the truth is finally revealed, Atlee Pine will face the greatest danger yet, and it may well cost her everything.Introducing a remarkable new character from #1 New York Times bestselling writer David Baldacci: Atlee Pine, an FBI agent with special skills assigned to the remote wilds of the southwestern United States who must confront a new threat. Atlee has no idea if her sister is still alive, and if so, how she has been surviving all this time. Mercy left at least one dead body behind before fleeing her captors years before. Though Atlee is tantalizingly close to her family at last, the final leg of her long road to Mercy will be the most treacherous yet. Now, after a perilous investigation that nearly proved fatal, Atlee has finally discovered not only the reason behind her parents’ abandonment and Mercy’s kidnapping, but also the most promising breakthrough yet: proof that Mercy survived her abduction and then escaped her captors many years ago. ![]() Mercy’s disappearance left behind a damaged family that later shattered beyond repair when Atlee’s parents inexplicably abandoned her. FBI Agent Atlee Pine’s harrowing search for her long-lost sister Mercy reaches a boiling point in this breakneck thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author David Baldacci.įor her entire life, FBI agent Atlee Pine has been searching for her twin sister, Mercy, who was abducted at the age of six and never seen again. ![]() ![]() It’s advisable to pump your breast milk into a bottle. In this case, your baby will find it easier to feed from the bottle. How To Nurse A Child With A Lip TieĪ baby with a lip tie will find it difficult to latch and to also suck the breast. In this stage, the tissue is down between the teeth but crosses over into the bone and extends back. One can describe stage 4 Papilla penetrating. A papillary lip frenulum is when the tissue connects to the gums between the front teeth. This stage of lip frenulum happens when the tissue connects farther down into the gums. The majority of the palatal cysts disappeared shortly after birth, and some alveolar cysts appeared after birth. The most common findings, registered in 74.9% of the children, were oral mucosal cysts situated either palatally or on the alveolar ridges. The point where they meet is the mucogingival junction.Īccording to flinch et al, 1021 newborn Swedish children took oral examinations, of whom 101 were re-examined after 2-3 or 4-5 months. This type occurs when the tissue connects to the top of the gums. There are four stages of lip tie and the most severe stage is stage 4. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome: This is a group of inherited disorders that affect the skin, joints, and blood vessels.Įxperts will check for the presence of a lip tie by looking underneath your baby’s upper lip.Ellis-van Creveld syndrome: This is an inherited disorder of bone growth that leads to dwarfism.Holoprosencephaly: This condition occurs in the first 2 or 3 weeks of pregnancy which could lead to poor brain development.In this condition, the pylorus muscles block food from entering the small intestine. This involves pyloric stenosis which occurs most often in babies under six months old. Gastric outlet obstruction: A condition in which the opening between the stomach and small intestine thickens.Oral-facial-digital syndrome: This is a condition that affects the oral cavity.The conditions below are diseases that cause problems with muscles, connective tissue, or bones. Some lip attachments are normal, and others might most likely be unusual. ![]() There isn’t enough research to understand why lip ties happen. This tissue also aids sucking since it helps in the stability of the mouth. The lip frenulum is the tissue in the mouth that helps to keep the lip stable to enable other parts of the face to grow and mature. When that tissue is too short and begins to restrict normal activities like breastfeeding and movement of the lip, it is then called a lip tie. Most people often mistake lip frenulum for lip tie, but they are different! The lip frenulum is the tissue inside the upper lip that connects the gum. Sometimes they can both be present in a baby and there’s reason to believe that both conditions are genetic. Compared to lip tie, tongue tie occurs more. ![]() A lip tie is a medical condition that happens when there is little or no space between the upper gum and the lower gum. But, lip tie, once diagnosed, is easy to correct so why settle for it? Difference Between A Tongue Tie And A Lip TieĪ tongue tie is a condition present at birth that restricts the tongue’s range of motion. As long as they’re gaining weight following the guidance of a pediatrician. People know lip tie to be a mild condition that is not accompanied by severe symptoms for babies. This is one of the reasons you shouldn’t ignore it. Both conditions can prevent your little one from feeding and this will lead to weight loss which is a bad deal for any growing child. While there have been cases of lip ties, there has not been much research carried out on it compared to tongue ties which share some similarities with the former. The lip straps to the gums by tissue but sometimes if this tissue is too short and tight, it results in a lip tie. When the skin of the upper lip connects the gums in a way that prevents lip movement and makes breastfeeding difficult for your baby, you can say your baby has a lip tie. How Do I Avoid Lip Tie Issues Later In Life?. ![]() Difference Between A Tongue Tie And A Lip Tie. ![]() ![]() ![]() The printing of your marionette is down to you :)Enjoy! Please note your the price of your order includes an electronic file with a 3D model (*.stl) only. Bodies for 3D printing In this category, you can find many 3D models for printing.Potisk vaší loutky je na vás :) Užijte si to! Vezměte prosím na vědomí, že cena vaší objednávky zahrnuje pouze elektronický soubor s 3D modelem (*.stl). Licence pro každý soubor umožňuje vytisknout až 5 kusů. Můžeme také přizpůsobit soubory vašim potřebám. Complete puppets for 3D printing Zde máme naši databázi zvířecích loutek připravených k tisku na 3D tiskárnách. ![]()
![]() ![]() Once the files have been identified, the application inserts a "download" button on the web page. These not only include videos but images, too. Therefore, it can instantly detect downloadable files on multiple web pages. The best part is this can manage files of all sizes without interruptions or lags.Īs mentioned earlier, IDM integrates well with several web browsers. Without a doubt, this is one of the most efficient utility tools for video downloads. Unlike Free Download Manager and other similar programs, IDM comes with a built-in download accelerator, virus protection, progressive downloading, etc. Some of the commonly-used features include schedule pro, multilingual support, ZIP preview, download categories, event-specific sounds, HTTPS support, tutorials, and queue processing. While a lot of people use IDM for ease-of-use and speed, this utility tool offers a wide range of advanced features. 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Once you’ve downloaded a file, you can set an output directory, category, and other relevant parameters. While programs like Download Accelerator Plus allow you to speed up video downloads, this one lets you organize files. Once you’ve successfully downloaded IDM, it allows you to either use the command line to import files from source folders or drag and drop each file manually. Therefore, IDM integrates well with a wide range of internet browsers, including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, and more. The best part about using IDM is that it supports multiple proxy servers, FTP and HTTP protocols, audio and video content processing, cookies, redirects, authorization, and firewalls. You can either return to the web browser to look for more videos or choose to play the video after the process is complete. When you click "download", it displays a pop-up message to provide updates on the process. In fact, medium or small-sized files take only a few seconds to download. ![]() With this application, even large-sized video files can be downloaded within seconds. Moreover, it reuses server connections for better performance. This helps you sort through a long list of downloads within seconds. It assigns each file to a different category. Unlike other similar tools for Windows PCs, this software segments files throughout the download process. In order to speed up the downloading process, it uses a multi-part downloading module. This helps to not only download videos but also to organize them efficiently. While most popular programs like Free YouTube Download focus on downloading YouTube videos only, IDM comes with a logic accelerator that allows for dynamic file segmentation. ![]() Integration with popular platforms: IDM seamlessly integrates with various internet browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Opera, providing ease of use across different platforms. ![]() Site grabber: A unique utility allowing users to download all images from a website, expanding its utility beyond video downloads.Resuming and scheduling: The tool enables users to resume interrupted or broken downloads, saving valuable time in restarting processes due to network issues or interruptions.Acceleration power: IDM accelerates downloads by up to 5 times the normal speed, making it a standout choice for users seeking faster downloads. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() They have a detachable boom mic that makes your voice sound clear and understandable, though robotic and bassy. However, unlike the Audeze Maxwell Wireless, they can only connect with one source simultaneously, so you can't hear audio from your console and phone simultaneously. These headphones also support Bluetooth, so they can pair with your phone or Bluetooth-enabled computer. They offer low latency, a comfortable fit, and nearly 100 hours of continuous battery life, so you don't need to worry about recharging daily. These headphones are an updated version of the Logitech G PRO X WIRELESS LIGHTSPEED Gaming Headset and offer a better build quality, with more range of motion for the earcups. The best headset for PS5 in the upper mid-range price is the Logitech G PRO X 2 LIGHTSPEED Wireless. Unfortunately, these headphones are only available on backorder on Audeze's website, so you may have trouble getting a pair. Plus, your voice sounds very clear and natural via the boom mic, and voices from teammates sound detailed and understandable, so you won't miss a thing during an intense game. If you want to change the mix, you can use the Audeze HQ app to switch between EQ presets, like the 'Immersive' preset, which makes the sound profile even flatter and better suited for high-res audio. The bass range delivers adequate thump and punch to make sound effects like explosions and gunfire immersive without overpowering the mix. These gaming headphones have a neutral sound profile on their default setting. While this makes them a little bulky and heavy for long gaming sessions, their nearly 78-hour battery can get you through many sessions without recharging. These allow for a deeper bass extension, less distortion, and a better soundstage when compared to dynamic driver headphones, like the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro. These over-ears come in a PlayStation variant and offer a premium gaming experience thanks to their planar-magnetic drivers. The Audeze Maxwell Wireless is the best PS5 headset we've tested. ![]() |
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