![]() ![]() Here we have two different values for what x could be equal to, so two distinct solutions (we get the y value from plugging each x back into one of the initial equations). One way of solving this is with the quadratic formula: To solve this, the easiest way to substitute is to put equation 1 into where equation 2 has y:įrom here, we have a quadratic equation. ![]() Usually the SAT gets around this by specifying that you're finding the solution where for example y=0 or something like that. The one caveat is that there doesn't have to be just one solution. To solve such a problem, you can try substitution, just like you would for a normal linear equation. These types of questions are pretty rare on the SAT, and you're not guaranteed to see one on every test. If there are differing exponents for x and y, you have a nonlinear system of equations. Together, your equations would look like this:Īnd after solving them, you should hopefully get that machine x operated for 5 1/2 hours and y operated for 9 1/2. We get our second equation just from when the question says that the machines took 15 hours together to produce the 545 parts. Add them together, and we should have 545. 30 * x is the number of parts that the old machine can make in x hours, and 40 * y is the same for the new machine. Since by multiplying a rate by the time taken you get the total amount of work done, we can make an equation from this. We also know that together, they produced 545 parts. In the first part of the question, we learn about how x and y are related in terms of their rates. Here, we're comparing 2 machines, so the time the old one takes could be our "x", and the new one could be "y". With those, you'll be able to create two equations and solve the equations. To get a system of equations from a question, you want to find two separate pieces of information that relate the two variables. ![]()
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![]() ![]() Developed by a Cebuano scholar of the Department of Science and Technology.ĮNDCoV. A contact tracing app in Cebu, which Governor Gwendolyn Garcia has required for everyone in the province to install. Will generate a heat map for infections using self-reported information. Government app and website developed and managed for free by PLDT-backed Multisys Technologies Corporation. In the Philippines, here are the apps and online platforms trying to do that now: The rise of these apps has also triggered a response from privacy advocates and experts, calling for strict guidelines on maintaining private information secure, anonymous, and protected from potential abuse by the state and other parties.įrance, Israel, Germany, Singapore, South Korea, and other Asian countries have deployed or have made proposals for similar tech-assisted contact tracing measures along with other quarantine monitoring methods. With the information, people can take measures to protect themselves and others.ĭesign and the technology used may vary among apps and platforms but the core service is the same: monitor where the virus is spreading, and alert people immediately if they are in danger of having been infected and infecting others. If the person tests positive for the virus, they can report it on the app, which will then alert those, provided they have the same app, who have been in close proximity to the infected person. How can apps help? With the use of Bluetooth, a phone and a corresponding app may be able to determine who a person has been in close proximity to. Traditionally, the process is labor-intensive and may not be viable in cases where the virus spread overwhelms the manpower for contact tracing. It is the practice of essentially chasing down potential virus carriers, isolating them, and preventing them from continuing the virus chain. The Inquirer Foundation supports our healthcare frontliners and is still accepting cash donations to be deposited at Banco de Oro (BDO) current account #007960018860 or donate through PayMaya using this link.There’s a big jumble of contact tracing apps and online platforms right now, all of them looking to ease the amount of manual labor involved in contact tracing or the tracking down and monitoring of people who may have been in contact with an infected individual. The DOH tracker data also showed that a total of 22,154 individuals have been tested for COVID-19 on Wednesday, June 2.įor more news about the novel coronavirus click here.įor more information on COVID-19, call the DOH Hotline: (02) 86517800 local 1149/1150. Quezon City tops the list of cities with the most reported cases at 971, followed by Manila with 588 and Makati with 577. Metro Manila also continues to lead with the highest number of infections - and by a large margin - per region in the last two weeks with 4,529 cases, followed by Calabarzon with 1,689 cases and Western Visayas with 784. The new cases were also significantly higher than the average number of infections recorded from June 20 to 26 at 662, as well as Wednesday’s recorded number at 781. 25, when 1,671 COVID-19 new cases were reported.Īccording to the DOH’s COVID-19 tracker, the new infections also raised the country’s caseload to 3,704,407 nationwide, with 3,635,981 recoveries and 60,555 deaths. This is the highest number of daily tally recorded since Feb. MANILA, Philippines - The Department of Health (DOH) logged on Thursday an additional 1,309 cases of COVID-19, the highest recorded in four months, further raising the country’s active cases to 7,871. ![]() ![]() ![]() And looking back even further into Pixel history, it's $150 more than the $349 Pixel 4a a few years back - a pretty hefty leap, to say the least. So what's that have to do with last year's Pixel 6a, you might be wondering? Well, I'll tell ya, you wiley wallaby: While the Pixel 7a is an incredible device and an almost insane amount of bang for the buck, it also isn't exactly a low-priced phone option anymore.Īt $499, this latest Pixel is 50 bucks more expensive than its predecessor, 2022's Pixel 6a model. It's essentially just a slightly less fancy flagship-caliber phone, at a fraction of the usual cost. It boasts an upgraded camera system, too, with a level of imaging hardware never before seen in the midrange realm.įor $499 (in the US), it's one hell of a steal and easily the best all-around Android experience now available in that price range. ![]() It has a high screen refresh rate (which, in layman's terms, means scrolling seems smoother) along with support for the biometric Face Unlock standard and even wireless charging. Continuing a trend we've been seeing take shape for a few years now, Google's midrange Pixel model is truly blurring the lines between what a top-tier flagship-caliber phone and a more affordable middle-of-the-road option represent.Īll surface-level niceties aside - and again, I really can't emphasize enough how premium this phone comes across - the Pixel 7a includes a handful of features that are typically reserved only for top-of-the-line products. More than anything, the Pixel 7a looks and feels like a high-end phone. I've been using it for the past week, courtesy of a loaner review unit from Google, and lemme tell ya: It is a seriously nice device. Plain and simple, the Pixel 7a is one hell of a phone. Pixel 7a and the Google Pixel spectrumįirst, let's start with the Pixel 7a - 'cause that device really sets the stage for what we're about to go over. You could also wait and see whether it gets a spot on our best foldable phone buying guide after we have more testing time in the future.While the folding Pixel Fold and the category-defying Pixel Tablet may seem like the most monumental launches and the affordable Pixel 7a might appear to take the title of most wide-reaching new Googley gizmo, the I/O-associated device that's poised to play the most shape-shifting role over the coming months is none other than - wait for it. Ultimately, whether it's right for you to place a Google Pixel Fold preorder depends on your preferences, circumstances and overall interest in the device. These are more likely to feature straight discounts on the handset, so if you'd rather simply pay less instead of get a few freebies now then holding off may be the better move for you. Of course, there will definitely be more Google Pixel Fold deals in the future, too. Plus, if you have an existing phone to trade in, you'll almost certainly get the most value for it now rather than a few months down the line. The offer of a free Google Pixel Watch will not be available forever and there's no guarantee it will return at a later date. However, if you want to get the best early deals, then a preorder could be a smart move. It's unlikely to sell out and availability should remain strong throughout the year. Given the high price and niche appeal of foldable phones, it's unlikely that you need to rush out and place a Google Pixel Fold preorder unless you definitely want to get the handset on day one. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Yes, the airline is actually called Our Airline-it’s on the shortlist for “most random airline name” in the world. I was glad that everything had gone so well on this trip. Four new countries! Getting so many at one time is tough for me these days, with less than thirty to go. And now I’d be going to my fifth, and a difficult one at that. ![]() ![]() Most people haven’t heard much about Nauru. You can get the gist of it here-in short, it’s the world’s smallest island that is also a country. About 7,000 people live there, and as I soon discovered, less than ten people visit on the average week. I said hello to the friendly Our Airline representative. I might travel with vodka in 3-ounce bottles on occasion, but I’d never, ever check a bag. That’s when I realized I had a BIG problem. A visa for Nauru? No visa, no boarding pass? You’re kidding. * Rooms are serviced daily Monday to Saturday excluding public holidays.“Visa not required … but actually it is.” You can see what they said about tourist visas and Nauru in this screenshot: Of course this was all my fault, but I had at least dutifully checked with my visa service before leaving on the trip. Other benefits of staying at Quest Rockingham are our range of guest services that are available at your request and include valet dry cleaning, pantry shopping, breakfast packs and chargeback services at our best local restaurants. Quest Rockingham also features a fully equipped conference and function room with a large spill out area suitable for all your function, conference, meeting, seminar, and training requirements, ample car parking is available for all delegates. Other features of Quest Rockingham include on site car parking, gymnasium and a heated pool with a BBQ area. The one and two bedroom apartments feature their own separate dining and lounge areas, laundry facilities and balconies. All apartments are serviced daily*, have a fully equipped kitchen and desk for the business traveller, LED flat screen televisions with Foxtel and DVD to keep you entertained and WIFI broadband internet access. Quest Rockingham has been beautifully finished to the latest standards. The location also provides convenient and easy access to WA's major industrial estate the Western Trade Coast and its four primary estates comprising Kwinana Industrial Area, Latitude 32 Industry Zone, Rockingham Industry Zone and the Australian Marine Complex at Henderson, additionally the Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Stirling and Fleet Base West is nearby in Rockingham. It is in close proximity to Rockingham General Hospital, Rockingham Shopping Centre, Murdoch University, Challenger Institute and major local Tourist attractions which include six stunning golf courses and Rockingham Wild Encounters. Servicing the cities of Rockingham and Kwinana and surrounding areas the property has public transport at the doorstep where you can be delivered directly from Rockingham train station via a short train journey from the Perth CBD. Ideally located to provide a relaxing and enjoyable accommodation experience for the corporate and leisure traveller, it is only 300m from the tranquil Rockingham Beach, with the north facing apartments having ocean views, and 200m from the vibrant beachside shopping strip with its fantastic local restaurants and coffee shops. Quest Rockingham is your premier destination for business and leisure travel in the 60km coastal strip from Fremantle to Mandurah. Quest Rockingham at 22 Flinders Lane features 96 fully self-contained studio, one and two bedroom apartments over seven levels, all superbly finished to the latest standards in a new contemporary building. Quest Rockingham serviced apartments offer guests a relaxed and comfortable accommodation experience. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Autograph Collection.Hotels near City of Rockingham War Memorial. ![]() ![]() ![]() Microsoft has suspended that for now, but Parallels includes a virtual TPM 2.0 chip if necessary.Īnd while no serious gamer is going to consider using Parallels to run state-of-the-art titles, this version does include an improved graphics driver and better performance for Microsoft’s DirectX. It runs the Windows 11 Preview just as well as Windows 10, and those who set up that virtual machine won’t have to worry about the need for a TPM 2.0 chip that was originally part of the requirements. The Intel version can run literally dozens of different virtual machines – 10 versions of Windows and Windows Server, as well as Boot Camp 11 versions of macOS, including the upcoming macOS 12 Montery and eight distros of Linux officially, though a Parallels spokesperson told me that it will run four more unofficially. ![]() ![]() Even Windows 10 and 11 Preview boot times are snappy, certainly faster than booting up a real Windows PC. From a cold start, in which the app must launch as well as the virtual machine, it’s about double that to resume, but that’s still pretty impressive. On my Intel iMac, Parallels 17 gets very close to instantaneous suspend and resume times, with three seconds to suspend and just two seconds to resume, when Parallels is running. It works so well, you can even suspend the guest operating system while it’s doing something as critical as applying a software update without doing harm. When they need to work on it again, they just resume it, and the virtual machine wakes up in the same state as before. This takes the current state of the machine running in the host Mac’s memory and saves it to disk (or an SSD). One of the things many Parallel users do frequently is suspend a virtual machine, rather than shutting it down, when they are no longer using it. That’s true on the Intel side for Parallels 17, though I’d have to say that version 16 was pretty damned zippy. With each annual release, Parallels is touted as being faster than the previous year’s version. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The game Logo Quiz Cars contains 10 levels, you are in the level 8. Westfield – It manufacturers of both factory built and kit versions of several two-seater, open top sportscars The company has recently introduced a version of its SEi kit that uses donor parts from the Mazda Mx5 Miata.Vauxhall – It s a British automotive manufacturing company owned by General Motors (GM) and headquartered in Luton It was founded in 1857 as a pump and marine engine manufacturer, began manufacturing cars in 1903 and was acquired by GM in 1925.Unimog – It is a range of multi-purpose auto four wheel drive medium trucks produced by Mercedes-Benz The first model was designed shortly after World War II to be used in agriculture as a self-propelled machine providing a power take-off to operate saws in forests or harvesting machines on fields.TVR – It was an independent British manufacturer of sports cars he company manufactured lightweight sports cars with powerful engines and was, at one time, the third-largest specialised sports car manufacturer in the world, offering a diverse range of coupťs and convertibles.As of 2012, the marque (trade-name) is owned by BMW Triumph – It was a British car and motor manufacturing company.Trabant – It is a car that was produced by former East German auto maker VEB Sachsenring Automobilwerke Zwickau in Zwickau, Sachsen It was the most common vehicle in East Germany, and was also exported to countries both inside and outside the communist bloc.Tavria – It is a range of front wheel drive subcompact cars made by Soviet and then Ukrainian manufacturer ZAZ ZAZ-1102 Tavria and subsequent ZAZ-1105 Dana and ZAZ-1103 Slavuta replaced rear wheel drive Zaporozhets in the product lineup.Tatra – The company was founded in 1850 as Schustala & Company later renamed Nesselsdorfer Wagenbau-Fabriksgesellschaft, a wagon and carriage manufacturer, and in 1897 produced the first motor car in central Europe, and one of the first cars in world, the Pršsident automobil It is a vehicle manufacturer in KopÝivnice, Czech Republic. ![]() Steyr – It was a large manufacturing conglomerate based in Austria, which was broken up in stages between 19 The company was founded Josef und Franz Werndl and Company in 1864 as a rifle manufacturer.Spyker – It is a Dutch sports car marque he company’s motto is Nulla tenaci invia est via, which is Latin for For the tenacious, no road is impassable.Smart is a German manufacturer of microcars produced in Hambach, France, and BŲblingen, Germany n 2005 DaimlerChrysler decided against purchasing a 50% share in the Dutch NedCar plant used to manufacture the ForFour, ending its production Smart – It is an automotive branch of Daimler AG.It is currently a wholly owned subsidiary of the German Volkswagen Group, as a member of the now-defunct Audi Brand Group, together with Audi and Lamborghini, and marketed as a car maker with a youthful sporty profile Seat – It is a Spanish automobile manufacturer founded on by the Instituto Nacional de Industria (INI), a state-owned industrial holding company. ![]() It became part of the Nuffield Organisation in 1938 and was later merged into British Leyland
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If your parent has settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme you may be able to apply to the free EU Settlement Scheme. If your parent cannot include you in their form and you’re in the UK, you may be eligible to apply for Private Life in the UK. Check if you can apply to settle in the UK. You may not need a family visa if at least one of your parents has indefinite leave to remain or proof of permanent residence. So, make it count, and make sure it’s meaningful.You can apply for a family visa to join your parent in the UK. And demand a mission that serves your community. And I guarantee you, if you choose a job that feeds your soul and makes your heart sing, you will find amazing happiness, because we spend way too many hours of our life at work. ![]() “My ask of you is this: When you join your first organization – make us better. ![]() Right now, the world needs your passion and ideas we need your uncompromising perspective and we need the unique strengths that your generation brings to the workforce. You didn’t pursue these degrees because you’re satisfied with the status quo – you did it to make an impact. “Whether you join me in federal service or not – find a job that pays the bills (your parents will thank you!), but also one that feeds your soul. That’s why we raised the minimum wage for all federal employees and contractors to at least $15 an hour, to set an example as the largest employer in the country.” “And when you ‘level up’ to leadership positions – and manage teams of your own – pay your people fairly and always think about their professional growth. We prioritize an inclusive workforce in the federal government – one that draws from the full diversity of America. Every color, tribe, stripe, and badge is welcome to serve. “Find ways to challenge yourself and work with people from different backgrounds and perspectives. We want employees to build careers that don’t come at the expense of starting or raising a family – or having time for hobbies and recreation. “At OPM, our mantra is ‘People First.’ In your career, find ways to support your colleagues. In this Administration, we support the right to organize. People who see government as a force for good. We need smart, compassionate, and energetic people. “After all, government institutions are vital to our democracy, but they are only as strong as the people who serve in them. It means pushing government to do right by its people. “Now, as graduates of UGA, we all know that public service means much more than just casting a vote – it means stepping up to serve the greater good. Ahuja, an alumna of the University of Georgia School of Law, urged students to follow their passion and find a career that “feeds your soul.”Īs the “Chief Recruitment Officer” for the federal government, Ahuja encouraged students to find ways to give back to their community, including serving in the federal government.īelow are highlights from Ahuja’s remarks, as prepared for delivery: Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Director Kiran Ahuja delivered a commencement address today to graduates of the University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs. ![]() ![]() ![]() Hover over the story widget, click the Close (X) button, and select the best option to control your feed.To tweak the type of content you like to see in your stream of news, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the news stream will update and reflect your interest changes. (Optional) Click the Tune your feed option to specify specific sources you want to see in your feed.Quick tip: The topics you don't choose any option may or may not appear in the feed. ![]() Click the Block button for the categories you don't want to see in your feed.Click the Follow button for each category you want to see in your feed.Under the "Personalized feed" section, click the Manage interests option.Click the Plus (+) button next to the profile menu.To change the content that appears in the stream, use these steps: However, if you don't use Microsoft Edge, are logged in with a Microsoft account, and using Microsoft Bing, you will probably need to set your preferences to see the content based on your likings. The news stream shows content based on your interests. How to manage interests settings for widgets on Windows 11 You can only remove your widgets, not the ones in the news feed. Click the menu (three-dotted) and select one of the available sizes, including small, medium, or large.Īfter you complete the steps, the widget will no longer be available on the board.To change the side of a widget, use these steps: Photos – Shows a slideshow of pictures stored on your OneDrive account.Outlook Calendar – This shows upcoming events in the calendar.Family Safety – Brings up recent activities from members in the family group of your Microsoft account.Entertainment – Displays trending movies, and clicking each item will open the Microsoft Store with different ways to acquire the movie.Sports – Shows game results and schedules.Tips – Surfaces tips to use Windows 11.To Do – Displays tasks from your Microsoft To Do lists.Weather – Brings the current weather information based on your location, and you click the widget, the forecast will open in the browser.Gaming – Presents information about gaming.Traffic – Displays the current traffic information based on your location.Regarding Microsoft’s plan for Windows 11 in 2022, one area of focus for the company largely revolves around performance, with the tech giant highlighting how improving the responsiveness of the new operating system will be a priority.Microsoft has already published the documentation that developers can use to bring third-party widgets to Windows 11, but at the time of this writing, you can use these: As for the latest preview build that’s been released in the Windows 11 Dev Channel, Microsoft stated that it won’t be offered to ARM64 PCs due to an issue that it’s currently working to fix. There’s currently no timeline for when all these changes will become available for all Windows 11 users, but expect a rollout sometime during 2022. The new-look Notepad also addresses a “top community feature request” by adding support for multilevel undo. An updated user interface brings changes like rounded corners, but the most exciting inclusion is a dark mode component. Microsoft is also introducing the Spotlight collection to Windows 11, which will “keep your desktop fresh and inspiring.” New desktop pictures from around the world will be offered every day, accompanied by various facts pertaining to the picture itself.īesides Insider preview build 22518, Microsoft recently released a redesigned Notepad. Microsoft has also made it easier for new users to install the Windows Subsystem for Linux through the Microsoft Store. Microsoft provided a full list of commands for voice access, but pointed out that it only supports the English-U.S option in the display language section. Other elements that can be interacted with through one’s voice include searching and editing text, as well as interacting with overlays. ![]() ![]() ![]() Zip said that it would maintain a focus on sustainable growth in its core markets of Australasia and the United States, after commencing the process of closing its Singapore business in the June quarter.Īs part of its renewed focus on core markets, Zip co-founder and global CEO Larry Diamond has moved to the US to serve as an on-the-ground presence for driving sustainable growth in the American market.Īccording to Diamond, this focused strategy has already had positive benefits for Zip’s bottom line. ![]() The company is also adopting other measures to generate positive cash flow, focusing more on core operations and reducing cash burn levels. ‘During the quarter we made greater progress on our refreshed strategy to deliver sustainable growth, right-size our global cost base and accelerate our path to profitability.’ ‘We are pleased to deliver another solid set of numbers as Zip resets and moves toward positive cash flow,’ Zip Co-Founder and Global CEO Larry Diamond said. Zip hopes that ongoing growth in revenues will help the company to achieve its goal of fast-tracking profitability. Transaction volumes also saw robust growth, rising 15% YoY to reach $2.2 billion, while transaction numbers posted a YoY rise of 33% to reach 19.6 million. According to the results, Zip's revenue margin remained a healthy 7.4%. Zip's results for the September quarter indicate that revenue rose 19% in year-on-year (YoY) terms to $163.2 million. The company continues to pursue the goal of achieving positive cash flow in H1 FY24 by streamlining operations and cutting expenditures. ASX-listed buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) platform Zip Co could boost its share price with quarterly results pointing to sharp revenue growth. ![]() |
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