![]() The day this open letter was written (26th October 2021), you published an article on the BBC News website by Caroline Lowbridge titled ‘We’re being pressured into sex by some trans women’¹. ![]() We shall await your recognition, apology, rectification and commitment to improving your corporation’s practices. It is vital that, as a public service, you hold yourself accountable for the damage that you have done. We wish to present this letter to you now to request that you seriously consider its contents and recognise both the harm that you have done as well as acknowledge and act upon the violations of your publishing guidelines. The signatories are global and diverse, including staff and representatives from the LGBT Foundation, The Nelson Trust, Sparkle, Girlguiding, The Knights and Orchids Society, Gay & Lesbian Switchboard Ltd, Proud Swans, Trans Pride Brighton, Pride In Surrey, Leeds Pride, Hastings Pride, DIY Pride Brighton, Swindon & Wiltshire Pride, Pride in London, Portsmouth Pride Trust, Pride in Gloucestershire, Bradford Pride, Bristol Pride, Bi Pride UK, Manchester Pride Protest, Southend Pride and Medway Pride Radio, Meath Live and Anti Conversion Therapy Coalition, Indigo Gender Service, UK Parliament, regional Police Independent Advisory Groups, the NHS, members of the Order of the British Empire, registered gender specialists, Gay Times, Seventeen Magazine, Condé Nast, Parenting Magazine, NBC, ITV, The F-Word, journalists both freelance and members of a variety of outlets, Aardman Animation, lecturers from a variety of Universities, the NEU, members of the clergy, Rolls-Royce, Activision Blizzard, Microsoft, members of multiple different political parties, and a wide selection of both past and present BBC employees. This includes a huge amount of cisgender lesbians who are extremely concerned by this dangerous article and the negative, transphobic light in which it paints them. It remains live and the number continues to grow. At the time of writing this on Friday 29th October, the open letter has been signed by nearly 20,000 people, nearly 12,000 of which have been verified via e-mail (this number would be higher however our letter’s popularity resulted in the website encountering server issues and crashing). Within the hour we had over 1,500 signatures, by the next morning, there were over 8,000. On that same day we, the members of the grassroots organisation Trans Activism UK, penned an open letter reacting to the frankly harmful nature of the article, concerned about the fact that the BBC has openly violated its own impartial journalism guidelines as well as its mission statement and values On Tuesday 26th October 2021 the BBC published an article by Caroline Lowbridge titled ‘We’re being pressured into sex by some trans women’*¹. In addition, you can follow on Twitter for updates on our planned January 8th 2022 protest outside Broadcasting House London. The following version of Trans Activism UK’s Open Letter to the BBC, complete with signatories present at 8pm UK on Friday October 29th, is the version which will be sent in digital and physical formats to multiple members of staff at the BBC.Īt the time of finalising, the letter has over 20,000 signatories, over 12,000 of whom have been email verified and added to this letter. ![]()
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![]() ![]() Knowing the final state ahead of time overcomes the basic tenents of chaos theory. This is comforting because in a chaotic system, we cannot necessarily predict the final state.īut if we already know the final state we want to get to (that is, we choose it ourselves), the state function property of entropy allows us to assume that whatever path we used doesn't matter so long as it generates the exact final state we want. That is, we can determine the initial and final state without worrying about the path used to get there. It has been proven before that entropy is a state function. SO THEN HOW CAN ENTROPY BE A STATE FUNCTION, IF IT FOLLOWS CHAOS THEORY? It's always accounted for in some way, somehow. ![]() Then we will derive the entropy formula for ideal gas, S(N V E) Nk B ' ln V N 4mE 3Nh2 32 + 5 2 (1) from the microcanonical (NVE) ensemble. Less microstates available to the system = smaller entropy for the system.Īdditionally, the universe has now increased in entropy because the number of systems considered has doubled (you + balls). 4 Shannon’s entropy and information theory 6 5 Entropy of ideal gas 10 In this lecture, we will rst discuss the relation between entropy and irreversibility. That is, you cannot predict exactly how they will fall.Įven if you made them stick to each other, the balls system decreased in entropy simply from falling and becoming a system separate from the human system, and the human system has decreased in entropy when the balls left his/her hands. It is entropically favorable for them to separate from each other and scatter upon hitting the ground. If you drop a bunch of non-sticky balls on the ground, you cannot guarantee that they will stay together AND fall onto the same exact spot each time, AND stay in place after falling. This implies that the universe is a chaotic system. (It is NOT the second law of thermodynamics.) That makes this chaotic system unpredictable you expect #5.2385947493857347xx10^(-16)#, but you probably won't get that in a million tries.Įssentially, the basic tenents of chaos theory that relate to entropy is the idea that the system leans towards "disorder", i.e. We do not need to get into the definition of what makes a chaotic system, because that is way outside the scope of the question.Īn example of a chaotic system is when you work with numbers in computer programming that are near machine precision (just borderline too small, basically) they will be extremely difficult to keep entirely unchanged, even if you are just trying to print out a specific small number (say, near #10^(-16)# on a 64-bit Linux). Entropy, however, is a path independent function.Ĭhaos theory basically states that a system where no randomness is involved in generating future states in the system can still be unpredictable. The #del# implies that heat flow is not a state function (path independent), but a path(-dependent) function. #color(blue)(DeltaS = int1/T delq_"rev")# It's not exactly a good definition per se, but that's how it's generally defined. ![]() Entropy is in general a measure of "disorder". ![]() ![]() It’s a cut known by the Brazilians they are they made it famous in their stake houses. I ordered Picaña (Rump top if I’m not mistaken). The restaurant is modern, very clean and the service was good. So while debating between a Mexican place (and not even considering papa johns pizza) I decided to give this place a. I came here completely by mistake, I was actually looking for a sea food place across the street but it was closed on Sunday. Although it is not cheap (about $50 for what we ordered but good quality) it is worth the stop. We are going back again before we leave Manta as we had an incredible time and the live band was VERY good. With live music and specials on drinks one would think the atmosphere would be a club like atmosphere but there were families with kids, friends and an older generation present and everyone was just enjoying theirselves and happy. The drinks are 2 for $10 and you don't have to ask for a double. There is a 2 for 1 drink menu which has about 10 different drinks to choose from including a caprinia, cuba libre and margarita. They also have 2 for 1 alcohol drinks which we normally are not drinkers but the atmosphere was so enjoyable we took them up on this offer. It appears they are known for celebrations as throughout the night many people had firework like candles to blow out at almost each table. It was two adults and we shared the mini paridilla which looked like a lot of food since it came with our choice of potato type and salad but we finished it all. You have many choices besides steaks or different types including salmon and chicken. Our food came out cooked perfectly and exactly as you see on the pictures on tripadvisor. saw that there was a set up for live music and found out there is live music every night from 8-10 p.m. We walked in and people were so happy and attentive. What a great surprise as we came here by accident after going to 2 other restuarants and it either being closed or not what we were looking for. ![]()
![]() iCloud is now available to apps both inside the Mac App Store and out, so you can have the convenience of Apples online services no matter where you get your apps from. XtraFinder calls it the Pinnable Window and TotalFinder the Visor but it amounts to the same thing. In addition, this tool offers a simple drag and drop function from the web browser. As long as your developer of choice has a registered Developer ID with Apple, that app should be able to take advantage of iCloud. It is a Finder window that you can have pop in on top of everything else with a keyboard shortcut. This is the latest version of XtraFinder which comes with many exciting new features. XtraFinder is easy to install and works well with both Mac OS X Tiger and Leopard. One of the great features of this add-on is that it enables you to search any Internet resource, such as YouTube videos, blogs, and social networking sites, using your Mac. This could be consider a major drawback by most Mac users that used XtraFinder for its dual pane capabilities offered for older macOS versions. You can also sort your search results by date, location, and relevance using the built-in search field. ![]() Enriched context menu On the bright side. In any case, it seems to me that beating the quality/price ratio of XtraFinder is hard to accomplish, considering the would-be competitors can't really guarantee a trouble-free ride for everyone in every possible scenario. The drag-and-drop function enables you to easily add items to your list, whether it is an item you've already saved on your computer or if you are just searching for a specific file or item. I'm not disagreeing that XtraFinder is the best option out there. If you’re frustrated by the Finder’s limitations, definitely give XtraFinder a try.XtraFinder will even remember your favorites so that you can always go to them when you need them. So much so, that I’ve installed XtraFinder on both my Macs. And it’s free! I’ve been very impressed with what I’ve seen so far. The program does not interfere one bit with any of my other apps. XtraFinder is powerful app that takes the best elements from apps like TotalFinder, Divvy, ForkLift, and PathFinder and combines it into one cohesive package. And, should you prefer, XtraFinder once again gives users the ability to assign custom keyboard shortcuts for these commands. Want to make a symbolic link quickly without firing up the Terminal? Simply check the “Make Symbolic Link” box and the command will appear in your Finder menu. The “Add items to Finder menu” tab gives the user the ability to add additional menu commands to the Finder menubar. This section is pretty self-explanatory (see the image below), and you can see the settings I’ve chosen for my own usage. The “Features” tab gives the user the ability to cut and paste folders and files. Custom keyboard shortcuts can also be assigned – which is great for power users. The “Tabs” tab in XtraFinder’s preferences lets you customize its behavior and appearance. This is a huge time-saving feature for me. You can easily traverse up and down to any folder hierarchy with only one click from the Path Bar itself. XtraFinder also expands upon the Path Bar (located at the bottom of each Finder window), by providing a contextual menu showing folders above and below your current location. Both operations facilitate comparing and copying files and folders from one Finder location to another. Read on for more…įrom its pulldown menu, you can quickly open two windows together as vertical stacks… ![]() XtraFinder also sports some window management prowess. Again, this is something I really wish the Finder would do out of the box. I’ve always favored white text on a darker background, and XtraFinder makes it easy to do that. With XtraFinder you can also customize the Finder’s text and background color. From a usability perspective, XtraFinder makes it much easier to find the sidebar folder you’re looking for. ![]() ![]() (Note to Apple: this should be a built-in feature.)Īs you may have noticed in the previous screenshot, you can replace the drab monochromatic sidebar icons with the colored variety, and also optionally view them with their label color. XtraFinder is a super tiny app that installs itself within your menubar, and it does several neat things found in many of the paid Mac apps you may already use.įirst and foremost, XtraFinder gives the Finder a tabbed user interface. (Hat tip to Scott Yoshinaga, of the brilliant webcomic Nemu-Nemu, for making me aware of this program.) What It Does XtraFinder sports a 0.16 version release (as of this writing), but even in such an embryonic state, it packs a wallop. XtraFinder, by Tran Ky Nam Software, is a free program that dramatically enhances the overall usefulness of the OS X Finder. ![]() ![]() ![]() This ensured that if the mask was turned in for recharging, cleaning or maintenance, the proper mask was returned to the soldier. The Canadian property mark, inspector's mark and date(s) of recharge or inspection are ink stamped on the top of the canister.The identity disc attached to the hose bears the soldier's name and service number. The date of manufacture, manufacturer and pattern of canister appears in raised letters on the top of the canister. It's long hose (27 inches) allowed it to be used with the haversack slung to the side.ĭetail view of the filter canister and markings. This pattern of GS Respirator was normally issued to the Navy. It is fortunate that the Germans were unaware of the Allied lack of defence against these agents, otherwise it is very likely they would have been employed. The existance of the German nerve agents SARIN, SOMAN and TABUN was not suspected by the Allies. Both patterns were used concurrently and well into the 1950's. ![]() In 1943 a Lightweight Pattern Respirator was issued. The respirator in common use from 1939 to 1943 was the GS (General Service) Respirator. Masks were carried in a haversack which also contained protective cream, decontamination instructions and anti-fog paste for the gas mask eyepieces. Several patterns of mask and carrier were issued. The primary piece of protective equipment was the gas mask. Every Canadian soldier was issued with a gas mask and other protective equipment. In England, for much of the war it was an offence to not have your gas mask and carrier on your person or within easy reach, except when in barracks or billets. Although gas was not employed by either side in Europe during the Second World War, it's possible use was considered a serious threat and considerable time was spent in anti-gas training, both for civilians and the military. ![]() ![]() ![]() Modifying the app should only take about 2 minutes. Retroactive will install or modify the app you chose. To verify this, you can view Retroactive’s source code. Your password is never stored or sent anywhere. Click “Authenticate”, and enter your login password. To install or modify the app you chose, you need to authenticate with your login password first. If you don’t know which version to install, keep the default setting and click “Continue”. iTunes 12.6.5 supports Ringtones and iTunes U.iTunes 12.9.5 supports Dark Mode and most DJ apps.If you chose iTunes, Retroactive will ask you which version to install, then automatically download and install it for you. You can also find the app on another Mac you own, then AirDrop it to this Mac, or restore the app from a Time Machine backup. If Retroactive can’t locate an existing install, you’ll either be asked to download it from the Purchased list in App Store, or re-install it from a DVD disc. If Retroactive has already located the app you would like to run, skip to the next section. Retroactive will automatically scan your Mac to locate an existing Aperture, iPhoto, Final Cut Pro 7, Logic Pro 9, Xcode 11.7, or iWork ’09 install. I’ll use Aperture as the example, but the same process also works for iPhoto, iTunes, Final Cut Pro 7, Logic Pro 9, Xcode 11.7, and iWork ’09. On macOS Mojave and macOS High Sierra, Retroactive can also unlock Final Cut Pro 7, Logic Pro 9 (experimental), Xcode 11.7 (requires macOS Mojave), and fix iWork ’09. You will always be able to get back to this screen later. If you want to run multiple apps from here, pick any one of them. ![]() On macOS Ventura, macOS Monterey, macOS Big Sur, and macOS Catalina, Retroactive can unlock Aperture and iPhoto, or install iTunes. Retroactive is open source, so you can always examine its source code to make sure it’s safe. This alert only shows up because Retroactive is not notarized. If Retroactive still can’t be opened, check your GateKeeper settings under the General tab in System Preferences > Security & Privacy. If you right-clicked when opening Retroactive for the first time, you need to right-click for a second time. To open Retroactive, right-click on the Retroactive app in Finder, and click “Open” as shown below. macOS may prompt you “Retroactive cannot be opened because it is from an unidentified developer.” This is completely normal and expected. Final Cut Pro 7, Logic Pro 9, and iWork ’09 on macOS Mojave or macOS High Sierra.Īfter downloading Retroactive, double click to open it. Run Aperture, iPhoto, and iTunes on macOS Ventura, macOS Monterey, macOS Big Sur, and macOS Catalina. ![]() ![]() ![]() It may sound like a tricky balance to make work but it does and does so really well.Īs you proceed through Hi-Fi RUSH, you’ll gradually pick up new powerful abilities and moves, purchased by currency earned and found on your adventure. Exciting Devil May Cry–esque combat will ensue, as players do their best to build and maintain combos with button pressing to the beat of the backing song providing benefits in stronger damage and powerful finishers. In a given level (labelled ‘tracks’ in this instance), Chai will travel through environments, running into encounters that become their own combat arena. This is a relatively unique affair, billed as a rhythm-action game. One big instance of how that is presented is the rhythm-based gameplay that is on offer. Y’know, the good stuff.Īs alluded to, Hi-Fi RUSH is oozing with style. Situated within all of that, is a frankly heartwarming story of found family sticking it to the power. Further harrowing implications of Vandelay Technology’s power become apparent in a palpable mission that sees you travelling through a museum, telling doctored stories about the company’s roots. Uncovering more pieces of the game’s worlds whether through readables, exposition or the environment itself reminded me of the early days of Borderlands, being invested and excited by a new sci-fi world, rife with dastardly corporate executives out to ruin your life. Chai, played by Robbie Daymond, is channelling a similar performance to that of his role as Prompto in Final Fantasy XV, an earnest if a little naive and charming individual. As you complete feats and challenges in missions, you’ll unlock pieces that will be added to a mural, transforming the dingy area into something more picturesque.Īt the end of my time with Hi-Fi RUSH, its world and cast became a fond all-timer for me. The game even does one of my favourite things that HUBs do, and that is growing in real-time. Here is where you’ll also upgrade away at Chai’s abilities. In-between levels you’ll be at a hideout where you can chat with your party and reflect on your past mission. Expect plenty of time to get to know your closest friends too. Everyone is distinguished in their own way and distinguished well. Care and consideration have been taken into every character’s design, no matter whether they’re major or minor. ![]() On the other end of the spectrum, your crew is made up of characters such as an adorable black robotic cat named 808, a spunky denim-clad roboticist in Peppermint, and the very large but sweet and mostly pacifistic scientist Macaron. What ensues is a slick, stylish and smokin’ journey through futuristic environments, in a charming throwback fashion, delivered in a mission-based structure. You, along with a crew of like-minded people that too hate your pursuers, slowly learn that Vandelay Technologies have a program within their implants that serves as a back door for mind control. With their arm, Chai can deploy a magnetic wand, which can then be fashioned into a melee weapon that resembles a hybrid of guitar and wrench. ![]() So spawns our threat.īefore long, a whirlwind of revelations big and small awaits. Now being able to hear and feel the beat that comes with the songs that periodically play off his media device, this is quickly seen as an issue with the giant corporation, deeming Chai a ‘defect’ that must be hunted down and destroyed. With a love of music and a need for a new arm, this combination becomes problematic when he sneaks into tech company Vandelay Technologies in his hunt, receiving a cybernetic limb replacement but also being fused with his MP3 player. Players control a character by the name of Chai, a 20-something-year-old slacker who longs to be a rockstar… without putting in any of the work. Situated in a futuristic (though plausible) world where robots walk among us and corporations rule over all, an engaging premise is set early on. Last year, we had that in the cool, edgy card-based shooter meets visual novel Neon White. In 2023, only one month down and we have that in Hi-Fi RUSH, a rhythm-based action adventure game well worth your time. Though when a game is able to achieve an otherworldly design and do it while delivering a silky smooth experience, it inspires. 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When asked if they had a number I could call to speak with an AIM representative the Empire representative said NO. They either blame the PT provider or they blame their 3rd party auth system, AIM. I have spoke to about 3 different Empire representatives about this and they each give me a different story. So in addition to missing PT all of last week, I am only getting 1 visit this week. This is the third time post surgery that I have needed to miss 2 to 3 visits in a row because Empire has not authorized timely the visits requested by my PT provider.I had the worst experience today when I found out that Empire's most recent authorization was only for 1 visit. The visits run out so quick and Empire takes so long to authorize new visits. Empire only approves me for 6 PT visits at a time, even though I need 3 visits per week. This doesn't sound right at all but two representative told me this. This is affecting my recovery.Empire staff told me that AIM staff does the auth, implying that Empire has no control over auths. My insurance company, Empire BCBS, is not authorizing my visits in a timely manner, which forces me to go several days to a week without a visit. My surgeon has prescribed physical therapy 3 times per week until I see him again on August 11, 2022. ![]() I am currently still in a brace and learning how to walk again. I had patellar realignment knee surgery on April 8, 2022. Although this has been a repeated experience of mine when dealing with this organization, the most recent example took place today 11/30/22 at approximately 8:45 am with ************************. Finally, during the peer to peer review there is often a lack of either knowledge or insight, and the sense that the primary goal is to deny coverage. There is typically an extended period during which I am kept on hold when waiting for the peer to peer review to take place. Although documentation supporting the need for requested procedures is submitted in advance of the peer to peer review, this is seemingly not reviewed in any meaningful way. Although they may allow for "peer to peer" review to be conducted between ordering health care providers and physicians on their staff, this process is time consuming and arduous, clearly creating further obstruction to coverage of necessary procedures. They repeatedly deny coverage even when there are clear indications based on accepted medical standards. AIM specialty health makes determinations regarding insurance coverage for sleep studies. I am a physician conveying a concern that interferes with care for many of my patients. ![]() |
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