![]() ![]() I know probably better than most that picking the red pill puts me in bad company. But also, I learned valuable stuff-terrible glimpses into the United States' fractured soul, misinformation and propaganda networks-in my time there. Without question, being constantly buffeted by online toxicity has made me a more cynical, more anxious person. And If I could blue pill away all my lurking in the internet's worst corners, I'd seriously consider it. But recognizing that you still have to work within the system in order to create systemic change is part of being someone who favors the red pill.Įllis: OK, that made me laugh. That continued dependency is deeply unpleasant, way less glamorous than dodging bullets or suddenly knowing kung fu, and somebody under the influence of the system might come along and rip out your brainstem. Their knowledge gives them the power to navigate the Matrix, and, at times, bend it to their will, but while they're inside, they're still shackled to a chair by their headjacks, the same technology that used to be the primary tool of their enslavement. In a way, I think Neo and company model the way good, thoughtful people are forced to operate within a bad system even after they're awake to its faults. I think you're onto something with uncoupling knowledge from freedom, though. Imagining a world without them, or considering their efforts useless, is bleak enough to make me want to reach for that blue pill. ![]() That doesn't exist in the real world, but empathetic, lifelong learners, people who acknowledge their own inevitable ignorance and strive to reduce it, do. If we take Morpheus at his word, the red pill, in all its science fiction glory, is a sweeping dose of unalloyed truth-something akin to a complete education. To me, problems like brilliant Nobel Prize winners somehow missing that they, and the institution that honored them, are wildly sexist are issues of people feeling that their education is somehow complete as-is. Those betrayals might shake your faith in activism or institutions, but I don't think individual failings mean that the pursuit of knowledge is a doomed exercise. This would explain why Neo is faced with red and blue at every turn - a constant reminder of the paths he can take, and the temptations lying one way or another.Emma Grey Ellis: Hang on, Emily, are you saying that knowledge and truth actually aren't power? I hear you on the oversimplification-anybody who's ever been milkshake ducked knows the pain of rooting for something or someone who seems good and righteous, but winds up being deeply flawed. ![]() Whereas the original trilogy saw Neo make his choice early, The Matrix Resurrections could find Keanu Reeves taking longer to weigh up his options. Yahya Abdul-Mateen's character suggests Neo is stuck inside the Matrix because he refuses to abandon Trinity, while the therapist proves "Thomas" is making great effort to silence his inner memories. With so much of The Matrix Resurrections' trailer taking place inside the simulation, the struggle this time seems to be between the real and digital. In the original trilogy, Neo's struggle was a man vs. machine affair. The red and blue pills might also tell us something about The Matrix Resurrections' maze-like plot. Revisiting the red and blue pills in this huge way allows Lana to use The Matrix Resurrections as a commentary on the franchise's real-world influence over the past 20 years. ![]() Whether recycling shots from the original or dropping lines that apply in reality as much as in-universe, Lana Wachowski's return to the Matrix lands curiously close to real life. Though the trailer is intensely frustrating in its mysteriousness, The Matrix Resurrections is clearly extremely meta. In a case of art imitating life, the prevalence of The Matrix's red and blue pills through 2 decades of pop culture likely inspired the red and blue theme of The Matrix Resurrections. ![]()
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![]() ![]() Shroud’s video settings allow him to see everything he needs to, with the Material Quality and Texture Quality being set on high, but the Detail Quality and UI Quality, set on low. Shroud’s in game settings are as follows: Display Mode These determine what Shroud sees on his screen. Perhaps the most important section for Shroud, his video settings. Here are Shroud’s keybind settings that he uses to dominate his enemies with: Walk This is the Logitech G Pro X Keyboard SE. Shroud has his own personalised Logitech keyboard, like his mouse. He also has the minimap slightly larger than normal, meaning he can more easily see what is happening across the map! Some professional Valorant players have the minimap player centered, which is down to how you feel! Shroud’s Keybind Settings Shroud’s Valorant settings for his minimap are nothing too crazy, with the map rotating based on where he is. These are the map settings that Shroud uses for Valorant: Rotate If you prefer it rotating and if you prefer it to show vision cones or not, nothing is wrong. Your minimap in Valorant is very personal, and is a feature that is down to personal preference. These will fill your crosshair desires and help you frag out even more! Shroud’s Map Settings If you are still unsure about what crosshair to use, we have in-depth guides on the Best Crosshairs in Valorant, the Worst Crosshairs in Valorant, as well as the Best Crosshair Colors in Valorant. Override All Primary Crosshairs With My Primary Crosshairįollowing on, we have Shroud’s Inner Lines Crosshair Settings: Show Inner Linesĭeactivated because of Movement Error being turned offĭeactivated because of Firing Error being turned offįinally, is Shroud’s Outer Lines Crosshair Settings: Show Outer Lines Override Firing Error Offset With Crosshair Offset This is the set of General Crosshair Settings that Shroud uses: Outlines Here is the import code for Shroud’s crosshair settings, so you can just copy and paste Shroud’s Crosshair into your crosshair profile! If you do not know how to make a Crosshair Profile, we have a full, detailed guide on how to Import and Export a Crosshair, so do not worry! 0 P o 1 m 1 0l 5 0o 0 0a 1 0f 0 1m 0 1f 0 ![]() Here are all of Shroud’s Valorant crosshair settings: This is fairly standard within the professional Valorant scene, although some players, such as Tenz, use other colors - Tenz uses Cyan. Shroud’s crosshair is nothing special, in fact it is quite simple. Shroud’s settings have a low DPI, meaning that he can move his crosshair over the enemy agents’ heads and get those clean and quick headshots - without overshooting the flick! This is what makes him one of the most renowned players for hitting those clean headshots, and one of the best professional Valorant players to watch! Shroud’s Crosshair Settings These settings are ideal for getting a better aim. Shroud’s mouse is a Logitech G303, so if you want to go full Shroud fanboy, you can purchase one of these, but we would recommend just sticking with the one you’ve got - most mice play very similarly! If you don’t feel like forking out for one, here are the mouse settings Shroud uses: DPI If you want to apply the best Shroud Valorant settings, where better than to start with Shroud’s mouse settings. So why not give them a go!īeing a full time streamer and one of the most famous streamers at that, as well as a previous CS2 (CSGO) professional, Shroud has had a lot of time to get his settings right, whether it be from his minimap size, to his mouse sensitivity, or even Shroud’s Valorant settings, he knows how to be an FPS god! Shroud’s Mouse Settings They might not work for you, but they certainly work for him. In fact, copying Shroud’s Valorant settings is probably the best idea you can have. Whether you are looking for a new crosshair, or your settings just aren’t working out, copying a professional player is always a decent option. ![]() ![]() ![]() This is maybe my favourite Barn Find in Forza Horizon 5. There’s a faint trail that you can follow from this point that goes along and then up the hillside. Now on the eastern trail up or down the Gran Caledera, the best way to find this is to note that (for once) the barn is actually quite close to the edge of the search area, if you’re going by simply heading toward a dot on the map.Īlternatively, as you’re coming down the mountain, look for a diamond-shaped yellow sign before a kink in the road. Or get a good truck and just head north-northwest from the first Horizon Festival in the game. As you’re heading up the Gran Caldera from the western trail, there’s an XP board down an unmarked path from a hairpin. The Escort Mk1 feels like a bit of a pain to get to, but very easy to find. Start from the crossroads (it has the Ruta Norte street racing event) and head south, going straight when the road turns right. ![]() Start from the XP board on the road that winds its way to the north and head due east over/around the rocky hill.The Renault 4L Export is a pretty simple Barn Find with one of two basic instructions. We start things off in the top left corner of the map (the north east, if you will). We’ve marked and numbered them, first going along the top of the map, and then along the bottom.Īnd now, let’s dive into the car-by-car guide: 1 – Renault 4L Export The barn finds are dotted all across the game’s rendition of Mexico. ![]() Where are all the Forza Horizon 5 Barn Finds? Once discovered, it will take a little bit of time, but you will soon be given the keys to these classic cars: These are the 14 legendary vehicles that Playground Games chose to shove away into a decrepit old barns. Yes, it’s a bit frustrating to get stuck, but then that’s what the rest of this guide is for! What are the Forza Horizon 5 Barn Find cars?
![]() ![]() Now that you’ve learned the most important aspects of lettering tattoos, it will make the overall design process easier. Everything might look perfect on paper, but as many people learn the hard way, the reality is that tattooing on skin involves a lot of variables and can have a different outcome than what you were expecting. This is another important step to discuss with your tattoo artist. A lettering tattoo too big or too small can affect legibility and take away from the design. You’ll want to scale the size depending on what the message says, how it looks with the font you chose, and where you will be placing the tattoo on your body. If it’s for personal use, check the terms of your chosen font.Īfter selecting the best tattoo font for you, it’s important to consider the size of the letters. One final point to remember: if you’re working on a tattoo project for commercial use, make sure you’re using a free font or you’ve paid the fee involved. It’s also important to discuss the font with your tattoo artist, to ensure the font and the ink will work well together. You might think you’ve nailed it with a handwriting font, for instance, but once that’s applied to skin it might not flow exactly as it does on paper or on screen. Picking the wrong font can throw the whole vibe off. ![]() Just because you like how a font looks, doesn’t mean your message will look good in that font. When choosing a font, consider what the message says, how long it is, and what mood you want to elicit with your lettering tattoo. It’s also the fun part where you get to personalize your tattoo in your own way. But again, always be sure to check the meaning matches your intentions.Ĭhoosing the best tattoo font is a critical decision in the tattoo design process. You can even include glyphs or numerals, if you fancy something a little more esoteric in tone. You never know how much context and nuance might matter. If you choose to get a lettering tattoo in another language, be sure to confirm the content and spelling from native speakers of that language. Whether it’s the name of a loved one or a famous quote, you should make a conscious, well-thought-out decision about what exactly you’re inking on your body. In most cases, you want others to see your design and understand what they are looking at. The contents of your tattoo are also crucial. ![]() Make sure to check, double-check, triple-check, and have another set of eyes take a look before you permanently tattoo a mistake and it’s too late. When it comes to getting a permanent lettering tattoo, there is nothing worse than a misspelling or incorrect grammar. So, what exactly should you consider when getting a lettering tattoo?Ĭorrect spelling and grammar are arguably the most essential things to ensure when getting inked. ![]() When done properly, they can be beautiful in design and message. Whether it’s a name, date, or a sentimental word (or phrase), lettering tattoos allow you to display your message in a bold, direct way. Lettering tattoos are a hugely popular choice when it comes to tattoo designs. It is a tattoo design that uses uppercase or lowercase letters and numbers. A lettering tattoo means exactly what it sounds like. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() For example, a single-hung window can only really open to roughly half the total height of the window. Please keep in mind that “net clear opening” refers to the size that the window opens to, not the size of the window itself.
![]() ![]() : Press and release the Program/LEARN button on the garage door opener. ![]() : Press and hold the outer buttons on your ARQ remote control until the green LED stays solid. Open garage door and locate the Program/LEARN button on your garage door opener. Ensure the garage door is clear of ALL obstructions. IMPORTANT: Your garage door will activate during programming. How To Program Your Arq Remote Control To A Stanley Garage Door Opener The main difference between Liftmaster and Chamberlain is Chamberlain operates on a split rail system but Liftmaster runs on only one single piece of rail. You can use the spare Liftmaster for the Chamberlain garage door opener. The spare parts of Liftmaster and Chamberlain are interchangeable. Both companies work for residential garage door and commercial garage door openers. Liftmaster and Chamberlain are from the same parent company named Chamberlain Group. With access from your smartphone, you can close or open your garage door even while at work or on vacation. A LiftMaster smart garage door opener lets owners program a close timer that will always close your garage door at a certain time. Smart garage door openers also work when the power is out, so you can always secure your garage and home.Ĭonstantly worried about an open garage door at night or while youre away from home? Worry no more. These openers also allow Amazon Prime members to have their packages securely delivered to their garage even when theyre not home. Smart garage door openers allow you to use your smartphone as a remote opener by simply downloading the myQ app. Choose from simple options that include a remote and keypad or more advanced openers with smartphone connectivity and a security camera. LiftMaster offers several different options when it comes to garage door openers, all available through Overhead Garage Door. How to Program Chamberlain’s 950ESTD and 953ESTD Remote Controls to a Garage Door Opener ![]() ![]() ![]() It is answered by the patient, family, or caregiver to indicate the presence of cognitive impairment. MoCA has been widely adopted in clinical settings and used in academic and non-academic research around the world. The questionnaire is useful to assess and monitor functional changes over time. MoCA (Montreal Cognitive Assessment or The MoCA Test) was validated as a highly sensitive tool for early detection of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in hundreds of peer-reviewed studies since 2000. The Functional Activities Questionnaire calculates the extent of the patient’s ability to engage in instrumental activities of daily living. Both anxiety and depression may affect cognitive assessment scores. This tool is a valid screening tool for gauging severity of generalized anxiety symptoms. More information about PHQ-9 can be found here. The PHQ-9 can be useful in clinical practice to assess depression severity and its symptoms. A score of greater than five indicates further evaluation. Score one point when the patient answer matches the test answer. The Geriatric Depression Scale can be useful for patients who have mild-to-moderate symptoms of dementia. Its use is granted by Washington University for clinical care purposes. No formal training is needed to administer the test. In combination with the Mini-COG, the AD8 is effective for detecting early cognitive change. The test consists of eight yes-or-no questions about changes in the person’s thinking, memory, and behavior. This brief 3-minute test was originally designed as an informant screening tool but has also been validated as a direct questionnaire for the patient. The White House medical team chose the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), which was designed as a rapid screening. The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) was developed by Dr Ziad Nasreddine in Montreal, Canada in 1995 for the detection of mild cognitive impairment. A one-hour Training & Certification module supports MoCA’s validity and was designed for busy medical professionals. Trump is the first president to undergo the memory screening, Jackson said. Both an app and paper versions are available. It is easy to administer and score, and the results can be interpreted by the health provider with minimal training. The Montreal Cognitive Assessment is a quick and easy instrument that can be adapted for use in the clinical setting. The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) was recently proposed as a cognitive screening test for milder forms of cognitive impairment, having surpassed the. This paper tool is helpful for clinics that serve linguistically diverse populations that have varying education levels. People who are in the early or mild stages of dementia might be able to score high enough on other tests (including the Mini-Mental State Exam) that the score. This validated short cognitive screening instrument is designed to reduce the impact of language and cultural differences on the results of screened individuals. Rowland Universal Dementia Assessment Scale (RUDAS) Objective: To propose cutoff scores for the Brazilian version of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA-BR) stratified by education in order to detect mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and mild Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in the elderly. Training for use of this tool takes about ten minutes. This is a free tool and is available in many languages. This study provides robust evidence that the MoCA is a better cognitive tool than the widely used MMSE for the screening and monitoring of MCI and AD in clinical settings.The Mini-Cog is a three-minute instrument for the patient that consists of two components: a three-item recall test for memory and a clock drawing test. Furthermore, the MoCA revealed higher sensitivity to cognitive decline in longitudinal monitoring. At an optimal cut-off of below 22 for MCI and below 17 for AD, the MoCA achieved significantly superior values in comparison with MMSE for sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value, and classification accuracy. The MoCA showed consistently superior psychometric properties compared with the MMSE, and higher diagnostic accuracy to discriminate between MCI (area under the curve=0.856 95% confidence interval, 0.796-0.904) and AD patients (area under the curve=0.980 95% confidence interval, 0.947-0.995). The 2 control groups (C-MCI: n=90 C-AD: n=90) consisted of cognitively healthy community dwellers selected to match patients in sex, age, and education. Patients were classified into 2 clinical groups according to standard criteria: MCI (n=90) and AD (n=90). This study aims to validate the MoCA for screening Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer disease (AD) through an analysis of diagnostic accuracy and the proposal of cut-offs. ![]() The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) was recently proposed as a cognitive screening test for milder forms of cognitive impairment, having surpassed the well-known limitations of the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). ![]() ![]() ![]() The latest version, by Doniger and Kakar, is widely acclaimed as ‘the’ translation – although it, too, has some detractors. ![]() ![]() Uphadyaya, published in 1961, and Wendy Doniger and Sudhir Kakar, published in 2002, bestowed more respect onto the original teachings, and are more faithful reproductions of the author’s intentions. As it was, his wildly inaccurate text had to be printed under the imprint of a publishing house that Burton himself set up for the purpose, and was designated ‘for private distribution only’.įortunately, later translations, in particular those by S. Burton, even had he wanted to accurately translate the text as it stands, would have most likely fallen afoul of anti-obscenity laws. The Kama Sutra opposed Victorian British values and was dismissed as ‘pagan nonsense’ and something to be actively stamped out. Unfortunately, he was a Victorian and saw more merit in imposing his Victorian viewpoint and thus had all mentions of female desire removed from the text, along with advice on how to ensure that the female partner enjoyed an orgasm. However, a more recent translation – looking closely at tribes and events mentioned in the text – has allowed the work to be dated more precisely to having been written in the last half of the third century AD by Vatsyayana Mallanaga.Įarlier translations were undertaken by one Richard Francis Burton in 1883. The Kama Sutra was initially thought to have been written anything between 300 BC and 200 AD, and this understanding persisted for many years. The others offer guidance on how to find and court a suitable wife, and how to socialize – what activities are recommended, and which are not, and even how to set a good work-life balance.The Kama Sutra is divided into five sections – only one or two which deal with sex and intimate matters.The Kama Sutra is best known as a manual of sex positions – and there is certainly a great deal of information about sexual acts and positions, and even how to attract the interest of a woman. ![]() ![]() An example of a reversal trade setup often used with candlesticks is the pin bar or engulfing bar. There are two major types of chart patterns that we are going to look at and discuss in today’s lesson Ī reversal pattern occurs when price ‘reverses’ its current direction. These include market reversals, 123 pattern, double tops and double bottoms and swing highs and lows to find high probability trades. In today’s lesson we discuss the pennant, triangle, wedge, and flag chart patterns, but there are many others you can also use and you will find lessons for on this site. These include the recent trend, the major support and resistance levels and other patterns price is forming. To increase the chances of making a winning trade you can use many price action clues to see what the markets could be looking to do. If a pin bar is being played from a poor area, then the chances of making a winning trade are low. ![]() Whilst using one and two candlestick patterns such as the pin bar reversal are extremely popular for finding trade setups, they are only as good as the area that the trade is being taken from. In the case of rising wedges, this breakout is usually bearish.Īscending wedges can occur when a market is rising or falling: Like head and shoulders, triangles and flags, wedges often lead to breakouts.How to Trade the Pennant, Triangle, Wedge, and Flag Chart Patterns.When a market is in an uptrend, they’re a sign that traders are reconsidering the bull move.When a market is falling, they’re a short-term pause before the bear market takes hold once moreĪt first glance, an ascending wedge looks like a bullish move.After all, each successive peak and trough is higher than the last. But the key point to note is that the upward moves are getting shorter each time. This is the sign that bearish opinion is forming (or reforming, in the case of a continuation). This negative sentiment builds up, so that when the market moves beyond its rising support line, anyone with a long position might rush to close their trade and limit their losses. Those waiting to short the market, meanwhile, will jump in. This causes a tide of selling that leads to significant downward momentum. Rising wedges can occur on any market that’s popular with technical traders, including indices, forex and stocks. Open an IG account to start trading them now. The falling wedge chart pattern is a recognisable price move that is formed when a market consolidates between two converging support and resistance lines. ![]() To form a descending wedge, the support and resistance lines have to both point in a downwards direction and the resistance line has to be steeper than the line of support.Ī falling wedge is essentially the exact opposite of a rising wedge. When a market is falling, they’re a sign that traders are reconsidering the bear moveĪs with their counterpart, the rising wedge, it may seem counterintuitive to take a falling market as a sign of a coming bull move.When a market is on an uptrend, they represent a short-term pause before the long-term move takes hold once more.So it also often leads to breakouts – but while ascending wedges lead to bearish moves, downward ones lead to bullish moves. But in this case, it’s important to note that the downward moves are getting shorter and shorter. ![]() This is a sign that bullish opinion is either forming or reforming. Studies have shown that falling wedges lead to breakouts slightly more often than rising ones. To spot them, though, you’ll need a platform with powerful charting tools: such as the IG trading platform or MetaTrader 4. Rising wedge vs falling wedge: what’s the difference? You can try out the IG trading platform with a demo account. Not all wedges will end in a breakout – so you’ll want to confirm the move before opening your position. One way to confirm the move is to wait for the breakout to start. ![]() Essentially, here you are hoping for a significant move beyond the support trendline for a rising wedge, or resistance for a falling one.įor ascending wedges, for example, traders will often watch out for a move beyond a previous support point. Alternatively, you can use the general rule that support turns into resistance in a breakout, meaning the market may bounce off previous support levels on its way down. As a result, you can wait for a breakout to begin, then wait for it to return and bounce off the previous support area in the ascending wedge. This will enable you to ensure that the move is confirmed before opening your position.Īnother common signal of a wedge that’s close to breakout is falling volume as the market consolidates. A spike in volume after it breaks out is a good sign that a bigger move is on the cards. ![]() ![]() In his review of the Genesis version, Boy Blunder of GamePro described the controls as "a tad cumbersome at first, but playable after practice", and felt that they were "a step down from Sunsoft's cart". The latter typically forced players to use rope swinging to navigate over large floorless areas in these versions of levels. This version featured a unique branched level system, allowing players to choose from an easy and difficult route. The Master System and Game Gear versions of the game are side-scrolling platform games, but the titles were created independently of the 16-bit versions. While different versions follow the movie's plot from start to finish, the Sega versions start after The Penguin kills the Ice Princess and frames Batman for killing her, as shown in the game's introductions. The CD version of the game features a number of 3D racing levels that took advantage of the graphics hardware provided by the Sega CD unit, plus improved music in the form of CD audio with a number of animations featuring original artwork (not film photos). The Genesis version of the game was released on December 29, 1992, during the same time Ecco the Dolphin was released for the Sega Genesis as well. The Sega Genesis and Sega CD versions of the game are more or less identical, as they are both two-dimensional platforming games similar in design to Sega's 1990 movie-based Batman game. An Atari ST version by Konami was also advertised, but never released. ![]() Sega Genesis, Sega CD, Master System and Game Gear) were published by Sega while the MS-DOS and Amiga versions were published by Konami and developed by Spirit of Discovery and Denton Designs respectively. He steps aside into the darkness, and heads for the Batcave.Action, platform (Game Gear, Master System, Genesis)īatman Returns is the name of several video games for various platforms based on the 1992 film of the same name. Cast in the glow of the reflected Bat-Signal, Wayne's brow furrows. These sensors turn special mirrors which bounce the signal into the study of young millionaire, Bruce Wayne. Reacting quickly, Gordon radios instructions to his headquarters: "What are you waiting for? Send the Bat-Signal!" The signal reflects off the cloudy skies over Gotham City and is caught by sensors mounted atop Wayne Manor, located outside the city. They begin terrorizing the citizens spreading panic and fear. Suddenly the Red Triangle Circus Gang erupts from the package. A giant gift-wrapped box rolls into the plaza. As he does, there is a rumble of commotion from the rear of the crowd. The Mayor invites Max Shreck - one of the city's leading citizens - to say a few words to the crowd. ![]() There have been a constant stream of reports filtering in from Police Commissioner Gordon's office of high crime in the inner city. The Mayor wants to keep the tone positive. The annual tree lighting ceremony is set to take place in Gotham Plaza, with the lovely Ice Princess prepared to flip the switch after the Mayor gives his traditional speech. ![]() Now, the city is preparing to celebrate the Christmas holiday. As the citizens reclaimed the city, the Dark Knight served as her ever-vigilante protector. The arrival of the Batman sparked a renaissance in Gotham City. ![]() Nothing stood between him and total control over Gotham City - except Batman. The green-haired madman with the killer smile took over as no Mafia don ever had. Grime filled every nook and cranny of the city as gang bosses grew fat and powerful. Story At one time Gotham City lay covered with a shroud of fear. ![]() |
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