“Let's go to the beach-each, let's go get a wave.” -Nicki Minaj.“Put on your noseguard, put on the lifeguard, pass the tanning butter!” -The B-52’s.“How inappropriate to call this planet Earth when it is quite clearly Ocean.,” -Arthur C.“Do you love me, do you, surfer girl?” -The Beach Boys.“When you walk on the beach at night, you can say things you can't say in real life.” -Jenny Han.“The voice of the sea speaks to my soul.” -Kate Chopin.“Every time I slip into the ocean, it’s like I’m going home.” -Sylvia Earle.“When I look at you, I taste lime, and I see light on water.” -Casey McQuiston.“Why is the rum gone?” - Pirates of the Caribbean (2003).“My idea of a perfect date would be a man who takes me to a romantic dinner, and then we walk along the beach barefoot discussing books and – and music and – and movies!” - Miss Congeniality (2000).“We danced on the beach, and we kissed on the beach, and…” - Mamma Mia (2008).“The world's my oyster, I'm the pearl.” - H2O: Just Add Water (2006). “We’ll be drinking margaritas by the sea, Mamacita.” – Thelma and Louise (1991).“The ocean is not just our home, it is who we are.” - Aquaman (2018).“If there’s heaven for me, I’m sure it has a beach attached to it.” -Jimmy Buffett.16 Straw Hats You'll Be Obsessed With This Summer.Your Sun-Safe Guide to Outdoor Adventuring.The sea, the sun, the hot sand, music, and eating.” - …And God Created Woman (1956) “A wise man once said, ‘Look at the ocean and realize that no matter how famous you are or how much money you make, know that you’ll never be as important as the ocean.’” - Poetic Justice (1993).What the ocean does with the water after that is anyone’s guess.” - The Good Place (2020) “I am a citizen of the ocean.” - A Man From Atlantis (1977).“The sea always filled her with longing, though for what she was never sure.” -Cornelia Funke.“I am longing to be with you, and by the sea, where we can talk together freely and build our castles in the air.” -Bram Stoker.“I must be a mermaid… I have no fear of depths and a great fear of shallow living.” -Anais Nin.It feels something like summertime.” -Bon Jovi “It’s like a beach blanket and a bottle of wine.“For whatever we lose, it’s always ourselves we find in the sea.” -e.e.“See the line where the sky meets the sea, it calls me.” - Moana (2016).“Beachin', sunshine, blue eyes, tan lines, slow tide, rollin' white sand, cold can koozie in my hand.” -Jake Owen.“Here by the sea and sand, nothing ever goes as planned.” -The Who.“I’m surrounded by water and I’m not going back again.” -Zac Brown Band.
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Montana Libertarian politician Stan Jones, for example, turned his skin blue by consuming colloidal silver. Despite those risks, colloidal silver has sometimes been embraced by political outsiders, including some libertarians seeking treatments for a variety of illnesses outside the medical system. As such, it discourages people from using the pills.Owens didn’t respond to a request for comment.īut colloidal silver’s most famous side effect is argyria-a condition that turns users’ skin a bluish-gray color, usually permanently. Nevertheless, in countries like the United States, government agencies such as the Food and Drug Administration ruled these colloidal silver supplements or drugs weren’t safe. Although banned in some countries, several nations, particularly in Asia.īesides, some companies have developed colloidal silver pills as supplements apart from conventional medicine. Silver medicine administered through the mouth has traditionally been done in many countries worldwide. Is Silver Used In Oral Administered Medicine? As such, it is a type of mental therapy for people scared of being in public due to bluish skin. While this will neither limit nor end the blue coloration, it gives a person confidence to interact publicly without worrying about what people think. Make-up: This is not a treatment but just a cover-up of one’s skin with cosmetics that resemble normal skin.Thus, the skin begins to show its normal color in some people. As such, it could help reduce the blue color. Laser therapy: Although there is no medical consensus on its use, laser therapy has also shown effectiveness in restoring skin pigmentation in some instances.Hydroquinone treatment: The approach helps curb the quantity of silver that appears on the skin, thus making the skin appear better.That limits further blue coloration of the skin.
I hadn't intended on writing about suppositions that these petroglyphs are a result of vision quests and that one rock might have been used for acoustics, but it's too interesting and fun to pass up. Sort of like falling down the Google Scholar rabbit hole. In my quest to learn more about the Corn Springs petroglyphs, one article or research paper led to another and then another and soon I found myself reading about shamans, hallucinogens, and trance states. All river trade was finally ended with the damming of the Colorado River. But river commerce still held on after that with the introduction of gas-powered boats and gold dredges. Interestingly, the Yumas operated their own ferry at Yuma Crossing.Įxtensive steam boat travel on the Colorado and its tributaries ceased when the Southern Pacific Railroad completed tracks to Yuma in 1877, providing faster and cheaper shipping of goods. This steam boat mode of transportation caused the change and suppression of these ancient river peoples. Native Americans, such as the Yuma and Mojave, depended on Colorado River resources witnessed the invasion of the Gold Rush of 1849. Uncle Sam , a small steam tug was the first of many vessels to run the Colorado River, transporting miners, soldiers, ranchers, and merchants and their tools, supplies and millions of dollars of gold and silver extracted from mines. My post reader suggested I try to find this petroglyph and sent me an interesting report, " Steamboats on the Colorado River, 1852 - 1916 " by Richard E. This ancient trail has been traced to the Mule Mountains near Blythe, California.Ī noteworthy petroglyph appears to be a river paddle-wheel steamboat. Petroglyphs date as far back as 10,000 years, according to the BLM. Corn Springs is a 1.5-hour drive from Palm Springs, east on I-10, past the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park, near the Salton Sea, and well worth the trip if you are interested in American southwest history.Ĭorn Springs was a reliable water source for Chemehuevi, Cahuilla, and Yuma Native Americans traveling between the Colorado River to the east and coastal areas and the Coachella Valley. (His comments at end of this post).įred and I were headed down to our annual Palm Springs, California visit anyway, so we added it to our agenda. He introduces Alfredo Acosta Figueroa's book, Ancient Footprints of the Colorado River: La Cuna de Aztlán, one that I'm planning to read. Check out his Aztlán article - he reveals a concept that I hadn't heard of before - that the Aztec culture birthplace was near Desert Center (30 mins drive from Corn Springs site) and Blythe in California. 62). He loves the Corn Springs site and writes about the work of the Native American Land Conservancy. Touring Coyote Hole: A look at Efforts to Preserve Ancestral Lands and Sacred Spaces in the California Desert.(January 2023, p. Aztlán in Our Backyard: The Southern California Origins of a Vanished Empire. James Ponder also contacted me with links to two awesome feature articles he wrote for Inland Empire Magazine: I'm sure glad he contacted me it's great to find someone who shares the same passion, curiosity, and appreciation of petroglyphs and the Native Americans' way of life. He gave me good tips about where to find extraordinary petroglyphs and suggested I read the book, A Field Guide to Rock Art Symbols of the Greater Southwest, by Alex Patterson. If it wasn't for a petroglyph enthusiast who commented on my post In Search of the Rattlesnake Petroglyph, I might not have known about the fantastic Corn Springs rock art. Rock Art at CA-RIV-981: Chronology, Imagery, and Function The petroglyphs are carved into granitic rocks that include dikes of felsic (light-colored rocks), and mafic (dark-colored rocks) that cross-cut them (see photos below).Ĭorn Springs Site scientific inventory: Clewlow, C. Geology: The Corn Springs Wash is a strike/slip (transverse) fault, as are many other faults in southern California, including the nearby San Andreas Fault. Petroglyphs are on east and west side of the wash.īLM information and interpretive trail guide.ĭriving: Graded gravel road 10 miles south of CA interstate 10, near Desert Center, east of Joshua Tree NP south entrance (link for driving directions in BLM site above). What: Bureau of Land Management Corn Springs Campground, at a California palm oasis that was a major occupation site for prehistoric Native Americans. Location: Colorado Desert section of the Sonoran Desert - Southern California, Chuckwalla Mountains, Corn Springs Wash. “The minute I made that choice, the thing I was most afraid of became like a gift - the occasion became an opportunity and I was no longer afraid of it,” she explained. In May, Maloney opened up about her decision to end their marriage after 12 years Bachelor Happy Hour Podcast. RELATED VIDEO: VPR’s Tom Schwartz and Katie Maloney Split After 12 Years Together: ‘Choosing No Sides’ It would be so sad if she decided to stay with me if she wasn’t happy,” he wrote in part, “we have some of the most Were the blissful, romantic, fun times humanly possible during our relationship” and Maloney “taught me a lot about love and being a better partner.” “Totally respect Katie’s decision and we’ve had a healthy, productive conversation about it. I absolutely have to use the ‘D’ word.” I am not ready. How can I capture 12 years of love af-in canned Instagram captions. Schwartz also addressed the divorce on her Instagram profile, writing, “Well it sucks. Never miss a story - sign up for People’s Free Daily Newsletter From juicy celebrity news to fascinating human interest stories, stay up-to-date on the best of what people have to offer. Thank you for all the kind words and support,” Maloney concluded her announcement, which featured photos of the couple. “While we may be on separate paths, we will continue to love and support each other’s happiness. We have a deep appreciation for each other that will last forever and we cherish our friendship.” “This ending is not met with resentment or animosity, there are no sides to choose from. “After 12 years together on an adventure through life, Tom and I are ending our marriage,” she said. But I think it’s important that I be open about my life with you,” Maloney began in her message. “I never thought I’d have to make an announcement like this. Maloney and Schwartz announced their divorce on their Instagram profiles in March. RELATED: Katie Maloney wanted to take ‘control of the narrative’ with Tom Schwartz divorce filing Vanderpump, 61, said she “better” want Maloney and Schwartz to be together and added, “But who knows? Maybe the fat lady hasn’t sung yet.” It’s a journey of people, and it’s a journey that a lot of people relate to.” I think that makes television fascinating. They’re about to share their lives.” It’s very relaxing. Maybe it’s because they grew up with cameras, you know? It’s been 10 years. “The thing with this cast is that they’re very open emotionally. “There have been some tough moments,” she said. Lisa Vanderpump, who attended the couple’s wedding ceremony in August 2016, also spoke to the outlet about their split. RELATED: Katie Maloney ‘Not Trying to Get a Boyfriend’ After Tom Schwartz Split: ‘I’ve Been on a Date’ Lewis wouldn’t say whether Schwartz, 39, or Maloney, 35, put more pressure on the cast to take sides, but noted, “Personally, I don’t get that vibe, but Shayna If so, you should ask him.”Īstrid Staviarz/Getty Images Tom Schwartz and Katie Maloney “It seems so, anyway – even though I am friends with both of them.” Once the leader in digital music, Apple Music is behind Spotify in overall users but ahead in some countriesĪmazon has quietly built up its userbase through Amazon Prime subscribers, with 55 million using the serviceįar ahead of all others in total usage with two billion users, but behind Spotify and Apple in paid subscribers The most popular music streaming platform in the world, with over 350 million users and 150 million subscribers In terms of overall usage, YouTube is far ahead with 2.5 billion users.Spotify is the most popular streaming service in terms of subscribers.Almost half of all music streaming app revenue was from the US.Music streaming apps generated $43.3 billion revenue in 2022, a 15% increase on the year prior.We have collected data and statistics on the music streaming sector. For some, that means more tours, merchandise and other fan interactions. In 2021, music streaming is far ahead of other forms of music distribution, however this has led to some artists losing income and having to find new ways to stay relevant. But it wouldn’t be until the mid-2010s that music streaming became the dominant revenue generator for music labels, surpassing physical and digital.Īpple Music launched in 2015, further verifying streaming as the future of digital music. Major music labels launched VEVO in 2009 as a way to control the distribution and revenue share of music videos on YouTube.Įven with the poor reception from the music industry, YouTube, Pandora and Spotify continued to grow in users. YouTube also got its start in 2005 and by 2010 it was the most popular video service in the world, overtaking MTV and other channels as the premier place to watch music videos. The music industry shunned the new platforms at the start, with several artists blocking Spotify and Pandora from using their material. Instead of sales, the emphasis was on repeated listens and getting a song in a popular playlist or radio station. This fundamentally changed how music is valued. If Apple sticks with its existing 256kbps variable bitrate, then that’s not necessarily the end of the world, as some audiophiles would argue that the ability to change and increase a song’s bitrate on the fly, makes tracks actually sounds better than their 320kbp equivalents.Download the guide and start engaging your audience with a fantastic in-app mobile ad experience, including insights on unique formats, optimizing video, and more. Google Play Music and Spotify both serve tracks up to 320kbps, while Apple has yet to reveal the bitrate of its streaming service. Tidal’s lossless format is ahead of the rest of the pack, but you’ll be paying twice the price for the privilege. You’ll still have to purchase the band’s songs through the iTunes Store as normal. Having said that, you won’t find The Beatles available as part of Apple’s 30 million-strong streaming library either. Taylor Swift fans will probably want to know that her music is still not available on Spotify after it was pulled. The playing field is pretty much equal here, with Tidal lagging behind. And no, you can’t mute them to skip them either. It’s definitely worth noting that Spotify does offer free music streaming, though you’ll have to put up with adverts in between songs. Hopefully this means we’ll see aggressive price cuts from its rivals. Apple has yet to reveal its UK pricing for its Music service, but assuming it’s £10 per month with a £15 monthly fee for up to six family devices, it offers the best value for money if you want more than one person on your plan. In subsequent years, he would gain a reputation for keeping close tabs on his creations and insisting on complete control. It was a mistake Disney would not repeat. Disney had carelessly allowed the character to be copyrighted not under his name, but under his distributor's name. Even so, his first commercially successful creation, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, was stolen from him. It wasn't until he moved to Los Angeles in 1923 and teamed up with his shrewd and kindly older brother, Roy, who took care of business for him, that Walt began to modestly prosper. Strapped for cash, Disney gave up his apartment and started living out of his office, surviving on cold beans. But he found it difficult to persuade local theater owners to show them. Advertising was less than fulfilling, though, so he converted his garage into a studio and, with borrowed equipment, began producing his own shorts, called Laugh-O-Grams. He loved bringing his drawings to life through the magic of animation. The firm's principal products were animated advertisements that were shown before feature films. At the age of 16, he joined the Red Cross Ambulance Corps and was sent to France.Īfter the war, Disney moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where he took a job with Film Ad Co. World War I provided Disney with yet another means of escape. With pen and ink, he created his own little fantasy world where life was always beautiful, people were always happy, and, most important, he was always in control. Young Walt found an escape from his father's brutality through drawing. His father was a strict disciplinarian who thought nothing of taking a switch to Walt and his brother Roy to administer "corrective" beatings that became a part of their daily routine. Walt Disney's childhood was anything but idyllic. But while wholesomeness and nostalgic sentimentality were Disney's trademarks, the forces that shaped this maverick movie mogul and his empire were much darker and more complex. And his numerous films celebrating the triumph of the little guy and the simple charms of small-town life captured the imaginations and fueled the dreams of six generations. His most famous creation, Mickey Mouse, is a universally recognized cultural icon. His many innovations include the first cartoons with synchronized sound, the first full-length animated feature film and, of course, the theme park. " If you can dream it, you can do it." -Walter Elias Disneyįew individuals have had a greater impact on both the entertainment industry and the popular culture of the 20th century than Walter Elias Disney. Supported Devices That Will Get the Ventura Update In the renewed Game Center application, people can play games online by connecting with their friends or people close to them. Users who prefer to play games on their Mac computers can now play games with their friends with multiplayer support thanks to the new features of Shared Play. With this feature, users can accumulate memories by sharing more interactive photos among family members. Photos backed up to iCloud can now be grouped into a shared photo library, limited to five members in the Family environment. While the Clock app has an alarm and timer, the Weather app now has more detailed forecasts and alerts. But now, with Ventura, the user interface has completely changed and users can access the relevant settings more quickly by using the search engine tab on the system settings screen.Īpple has developed a more modern look in its apps like Clock or Weather in macOS Ventura. Thus, web developers can start using APIs more effectively with shared group tabs.įor a long time, Apple did not change the system settings view in system versions prior to macOS 13. With the new OS version, Apple allows group tabs created in the Safari web browser to be shareable between users. In addition, they can send invitations to all groups in a message window, and receive the developments in real-time, within the shared Notes. Like the improvements in the Mail application, users in the iMessage application can retrieve the messages they sent within 15 minutes and can access the messages they deleted within 30 days. These features include delaying emails, undoing sent emails, email pinning and email reminders, and many more innovations. This time, Apple has brought user interaction to the fore by including useful features found in 3rd party software in the Mail application available in both iOS 16 and macOS 13 versions. Employees at Nabisco in Aurora, Colorado, and Richmond, Virginia walked off the job within days as contract negotiations dragged on between Mondelez International, the company behind Nabisco products, and the workers’ union, the Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers International Union (BCTGM). Workers say the company is pushing for concessions that include a two-tier health care plan - with newer workers slotted into a worse deal with higher costs - and a reduction in premium pay. At present, Mondelez pays 1.5 the standard rate for hours worked beyond an eight-hour shift, 1.5 on Saturdays, and double pay on Sundays. If the company gets its way, they’d lose such premium pay, a change workers say could cost some of them $10,000 a year. On August 19, Nabisco’s Chicago shop joined the strike. The plant on the city’s southwest side was the site of mass layoffs in 2016, when the company presented workers with an ultimatum: concede to a 60 percent cut in wages and benefits or face a huge reduction in the workforce. The workers refused around five hundred people lost their jobs. Some three hundred fifty workers remain.Īt the Chicago shop, scheduling is brutal: workers are regularly “forced over,” assigned a second eight-hour shift following the first one, with eighty-hour weeks a frequent occurrence. Such schedules are increasingly common across the food-production industry as employers turn to mandatory overtime instead of finding new hires. While such an approach means high wage costs (though this is precisely what Mondelez is seeking to get rid of in the new contract), understaffing saves on the benefits to which new hires would be entitled, as well as hiring and training costs. That conditions have gotten so bad raises questions about BCTGM’s strategy in years prior. Time management: Time management is another skill that can be useful for a bus driver to have. Coach Bus Driver SkillsĬoach bus drivers need the following skills in order to be successful: The process for getting a CDL is the same as any other driver in the United States. This training can last for a few weeks and teach you about the company’s specific policies and procedures.Ĭertifications & Licenses: Coach bus drivers need to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL). Some bus companies may also offer on-the-job training. These programs are often taught by experienced bus drivers and last between one and three weeks. Training & Experience: Many bus driver training programs are part of the certification process for a commercial driver’s license. Those with a degree in transportation or a related field may have an advantage when applying for coach bus driver positions. Some employers may prefer an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. To become a coach bus driver, you may need to have:Įducation: Most coach bus drivers need at least a high school diploma or equivalent. In addition, demand for intercity bus transportation may increase as high gas prices make travel by bus more affordable. The employment of bus drivers is expected to grow much faster than average over the next decade.ĭemand for intercity bus transportation is expected to increase as more people use buses for travel between cities. For example, a school bus driver may only be responsible forĬoach bus drivers’ salaries vary depending on their level of experience, the company size and geographic location. Reporting any mechanical issues with the bus to maintenance staff or the supervisor of the fleet department Duties vary based on employer type and size of the company.Communicating with dispatch via radio or text messages to receive updates about the status of the trip or any delays or changes in plans.Documenting important information about each trip such as passengers’ names and pickup and dropoff times.Driving at safe speeds while following all traffic laws and being aware of potential hazards along the route.Responding to emergencies such as vehicle malfunctions or medical emergencies that may arise during the trip.Ensuring that all passengers are seated safely before departing and providing them with any information they may need during the trip.Assistance with loading and unloading luggage, musical instruments, wheelchairs, strollers, and other items that passengers may be bringing with them on the trip. Providing assistance to passengers, including checking them in and out of the bus, answering questions about the route or area, offering them refreshments, and assisting with baggage.Maintaining safe driving habits such as obeying traffic laws and monitoring speed to ensure safety.Coach Bus Driver Job DutiesĬoach bus drivers typically have a wide range of responsibilities, which can include: This includes following all traffic laws, maintaining proper speed limits at all times, and ensuring that all passengers have boarded and exited the vehicle safely at each stop. They often work for private companies that contract with local governments or transit agencies to provide this service.Ĭoach bus drivers must adhere to strict safety standards while on the road. Coach bus drivers are responsible for transporting passengers to their destinations in a safe and timely manner. An intuitive, user-friendly interface combined with scheduling capabilities and drag-and-drop functionality can simplify and accelerate the file transfer process. You may also want one with powerful search functionality, so you can quickly find the files you need. For example, in my opinion, an FTP client may be an excellent FileZilla alternative for Linux but incompatible with your organization’s operating system. When it comes to choosing an FTP client, you’ll want to find one compatible with your operating systems. SolarWinds Serv-U Managed File Transfer (MFT)įinal Thoughts on FileZilla Alternatives What to Look for in an FTP Client.Download a 14-day free trial of Serv-U Managed File Transfer today.Ħ FileZilla Alternatives for Safe File Transfers Serv-U MFT offers increased security and control over your organization’s file transfers. When it comes to safely transferring files, SolarWinds ® Serv-U ® Managed File Transfer (MFT) is my top choice. In this article, I’ll review what to look for in an FTP client and share what are, in my opinion, six of the best FileZilla alternatives for transferring files safely. FileZilla, a free cross-platform FTP client that supports Windows, Linux, and macOS, is a popular choice, but there are many other top-notch FTP clients. Using an FTP client enables you to upload, download, and manage files, and having a high-quality client can increase security, helping reduce file loss, file corruption, and other issues. Consequently, many developers have switched to using Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) or File Transfer Protocol over SSL (FTP/S). However, using FTP can leave your data and passwords vulnerable during the transfer, as FTP doesn’t encrypt passwords. For nearly three decades, developers have been using File Transfer Protocol, or FTP, to transfer files. |
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