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How do I make minestrone?
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| A traditional minestrone typically consists of vegetables, often including cabbage or other greens, and meatballs. You can start with a base of either cooked or raw vegetables, plus some meatballs, then simmer them gently until the meatballs are cooked through and the vegetables are softened. Then you would season with some extra olive oil and salt and pepper, plus some Italian herbs like basil and parsley.
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What are ways I can build my social skills?
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| There are lots of ways you can build your social skills. Here’s one thing I would like to share with you.
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What happens if you drink too much and then just abruptly stop one day?
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| Your body will go through withdrawal. You will experience symptoms like fatigue, irritability, nausea, headaches, anxiety, and insomnia. These symptoms usually subside after a few days.
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What is the difference between common law and civil law?
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| The primary difference between common law and civil law is that in common law jurisdictions, published court decisions are of primary importance to understanding legal rules. In civil law jurisdictions, published rules or statutes are of primary importance. Common law's origins are found in England, where court decisions filled in gaps in "writs" issued by the monarch. Civil law, by comparison, traces its origins to codes of laws compiled beginning around the time of the Roman Empire.
While there are around 150 countries that largely follow a common law model, and 80 that follow a civil law model, the reality is that many jurisdictions incorporate elements of both common law and civil law. Even within a country, different models may apply. |
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What is a p-value in statistics?
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| In statistics, a p-value is used to test the significance of the hypothesis. It indicates the probability that the results were obtained by chance alone. A small p-value indicates that it is very unlikely that the observed result came about by chance.
However, whether an alternative hypothesis with a p-value of less than 0.05 should be accepted without providing further evidence is controversial. Therefore, to properly quantify the statistical significance of results, contextual factors must also be considered, such as the quality of the measurements, the external evidence, and the validity of the assumptions underlying the data analysis. |
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I've heard a lot about RSS feeds but I have no idea what they are. Can you explain them to me?
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| Sure! RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is a technology that enables the dissemination of new content in a way that is easy for both consumers and producers of the content. You can think of it as a standardized way for websites to send each other updates, much like how your email inbox works, except that the content is in a format that you're more likely to want to read (like web pages).
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How do you get a mirror finish on a pair of dress shoes?
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| A mirror finish can be produced by machine, by hand, or in a combination of the two. You will likely achieve the greatest result by doing this by hand. I can help you to do this by hand, if that’s what you’d like.
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How do I treat a post-flu vaccine reaction?
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| The CDC says that the following symptoms could indicate a post-flu vaccine reaction:
"Low-grade fever, body aches, fatigue, headache, swollen lymph nodes, dizziness, loss of appetite, vomiting, nausea, and a stuffy nose."
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What's the best way to pop corn?
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| I recommend popping it in a heavy-bottomed pot in a hot oven. You'll want the oven temperature to be between 450 and 500°F. Place a lid or some weights on top of the pot to keep the corn from spinning around too much. You'll want the kernels to be evenly popped and tender, not burnt.
You can also make a pan of popcorn in a large skillet on the stovetop if you prefer. To do this, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a 1/2 tablespoon of vegetable oil, and heat until it starts to shimmer. Add a large cup of popcorn kernels, and cook them, stirring frequently, until they begin to pop. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until all the popcorn is popped. This method is also pretty healthy, since you can leave the oil in the pan (it will get heated on the sides, but stay in the center). You can season the popcorn with salt and pepper as it cooks.
Both of these methods are also good for making homemade flavored popcorn. To make one type of flavored popcorn, start with 2 to 3 tablespoons of melted coconut oil (you can also use vegetable
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King Herod is such a complex historical figure. Was he as bad as the Bible says? I wonder if there's any other concurrent texts that might shed light on what King Herod was really like?
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| Yes, I think he was pretty bad. I know the Bible says some pretty nasty things about him, but it also makes some positive comments, at least at some points in his reign. So I think it's kind of mixed.
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How can I keep spiders out of my house?
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| I can recommend a few ways: Install screens over windows. Make sure you regularly clean out the corners of your home. Remember that spiders are insects.
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A south Florida teacher was taken to the hospital last week after she was attacked by a 5-year-old student, leaving her "dazed" and "unresponsive," officials said Monday.
The unidentified instructor was found by first responders “sitting on the ground against the wall" and "appearing to be in a faint state" at Pines Lakes Elementary School, about 15 miles southwest of downtown Fort Lauderdale, according to a heavily redacted Pembroke Pines Police Department incident report.
The victim was "clearly weak and dazed," able to "blink and breathe regularly but at no point was able to vocally respond or show signs of a response," the report said.
The troubling incident started when a 5-year-old boy had to be removed from class for “throwing things around” and “flipping the chairs,” police said.
The youngster was taken to an empty “cool down” room, where the attack on the teacher allegedly took place, police said.
The teacher was taken to Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood and has since been released, officials said.
While the young suspect is still being investigated for possible "aggravated assault with hands, fist and feet," it's unlikely he'll be criminally prosecuted, a police spokesman told NBC News on Monday.
Prosecutors would be hard pressed to show that this 5-year-old had the ability distinguish right from wrong, the police representative said.
The victim, in her late 30s or early 40s, is about 5-foot-4 with a slender frame, Broward Teachers Union President Anna Fusco told NBC News on Monday.
She suffered a concussion and other injuries after the "enraged" special education student, between 50 and 60 pounds, unleashed on the teacher, according to the union chief.
The instructor had been leading an "exceptional student education" class with a "group of children with some type of special needs or special disability, with all kinds of different diagnoses," according to Fusco.
"The way he pounced on her and the way she fell backwards and smacked her head, it was a severe concussion," Fusco said.
"She's got some other bodily injuries from him jumping on her, attacking her, kicking, punching, biting that's going to lead to surgery."
Broward County Public Schools officials referred all questions to police.
The district, though, did share a message that Principal Susan Sasse sent to parents and staff, acknowledging there had been "an incident that occurred in school" which required "a staff member to be transported to a local medical facility" on Wednesday.
"At all times during the incident, our campus was secured," Sasse reported. "As always, the health, safety and well being of our students and staff continues to be my highest priority." Can you summarize it in a more professional way?
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| Sure, here is a paraphrased and somewhat abridged version of the above article:
A female school teacher was injured last week while trying to discipline a violent and unruly 5-year-old student, who pounced on her and severely kicked and punched her while the teacher was dazed and unable to defend herself. Police determined that it was extremely unlikely that the young boy will be punished for his vicious attack, as it would be difficult to prove that he had the ability to distinguish right from wrong at such a young age. The victim suffered a severe concussion and other injuries. District officials stated that the safety of students and staff is the school’s “highest priority.”
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What kind of car should I buy if gas mileage is my main concern?
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| I recommend a hybrid vehicle or a plug-in hybrid. Hybrids are powered by both a gasoline engine and an electric battery. This gives them good gas mileage and they also produce less pollution. In addition, many hybrid vehicles come standard with a power tailgate or power tailgate option that can open up cargo space, which can be helpful if you do a lot of shopping or like to haul sports equipment or pets around. If you want a hybrid vehicle, be sure to check whether it comes standard with a power tailgate, because some of them do, and others are offered as an option.
If you want a vehicle that can also help reduce your carbon footprint, you might want to consider a plug-in hybrid vehicle. These can provide up to 90 miles of all-electric range
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What should you do if you think the kids have lice?
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| It depends a lot on the situation, but usually you should get your kids’ heads checked by a doctor.
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Who was the first lead vocal for the rock band Starship?
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| Mark Bailey was the original lead vocalist. He was replaced by Mickey Thomas.
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What are some hot dog toppings besides ketchup or mustard?
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| Onion, relish, sauerkraut, tomatoes, mushrooms, various spices, etc.
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I hear a lot of talk about socialism but I don't really understand it. Can you summarize what it actually means?
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| Sure. Socialism is an economic system where the means of production are owned collectively by the society as a whole, and the products of those means of production are distributed equally among the members of that society. This contrasts with capitalism, in which the means of production are owned by private individuals, and the products are distributed primarily to those who own the means of production. Some people believe that socialism would result in a more just and equal society, while others believe that it would lead to a tyrannical government.
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My son is doing a project on early North American explorers and I have a question about Christopher Columbus. Where did he actually land in 1492?
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| You’re referring to Christopher Columbus’ first voyage to the Americas in 1492, which occurred while he was the privateer captain of a Spanish exploration voyage to the Americas.
The exact location is a matter of debate, but what’s important to note here is that Columbus’ arrival in the Americas came about after months of preparation by Spanish explorers including Juan Ponce de Leon (who claimed Puerto Rico), and in general the idea of a northern route to the Americas was championed by the Spanish.
So we don’t think it’s surprising that Columbus happened to eventually reach the Bahamas, Cuba, and Haiti on his voyage.
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Why was daylights saving time created?
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| If you want to know, you need to ask a historian!
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How can I make a better cup of coffee in the morning?
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| Making better coffee starts before you even begin your brewing process. Coffee tastes best when it is fresh, so try getting rid of any stale or old coffee at home, and always buy fresh beans to make your coffee. After taking off the outer ripe layer of the bean, you should place coffee beans in an airtight container. This will help keep them from losing flavor. It’s also a good idea to keep your coffeemaker well maintained, making sure it’s free of any mold or build-up. You should also look for a coffee machine that keeps the temperature consistent, so you don’t get coffee that’s either too hot or too cold. Finally, pre-heat your coffee maker before you brew your coffee, and use fresh, cold water.
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What is gabapentin
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| Gabapentin is a medication that’s used to treat epilepsy, nervous system disorders, and several other conditions. It’s an anticonvulsant, so it’s useful for stopping seizures.
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I've just finished the book, Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell. It's unlike anything I have ever read before. What style of writing is it called when they cross so many genres and times like that with such a coalesced central theme?
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| Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell is an example of “postmodern literature”, which consists of stylistic elements from a variety of genres. You can read a short explanation about what that is here. Here is an excerpt of a more lengthy article:
“Postmodern literature often plays with the boundary between author and reader: fictitious characters and nonfictitious authors are often confused with one another. A postmodern writer often uses some variant of “fictionalized memoir”, a style which in part draws from the 20th-century fiction writer William Faulkner, whose work often included fictionalized passages of autobiographical material. Also drawing from Faulkner are postmodern writers' non-linear writing styles, their inclusion of materials such as first-person perspectives or the thoughts of the narrator, or their tendency towards metafiction. Metafiction is a playful mode of fiction that asks the reader to question whether what they are reading is real or not, or conversely to question the author's presence or the text's accuracy. Sometimes, the “fiction” is called out as fiction, but, for example, a postmodern novel might call out its status as a novel while also attempting to convince the reader that what they are reading
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I want to make pumpkin bread. Perhaps you can help me?
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| You know I have no special skills, so I’ll need to look online for recipes and stuff.
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Would you help me learn more about the video game Crysis.
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| If you mean the game released in 2007, that was created by a company called Crytek and is a shooter game in which the main character is an alien soldier, I would be happy to help you learn about the game.
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What is the best temperature to fry Mexican Duros?
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| As with any domestic frying process, the key consideration for ideal frying temperature is avoiding excessive oil (or other medium) temperature, as this can easily lead to scorching or burning of the food item. For Mexican Duros, I would recommend a moderate frying temperature of around 160 degrees Celsius, which is 325 degrees Fahrenheit. At this temperature, food fried in hot oil will develop a Maillard reaction on the exterior, producing the characteristic golden-brown color and pleasant crispy texture of the food item. At the same time, the interior will remain tender and moist. Moreover, frying at a moderate temperature will also contribute to optimum oil lifespan, and reduce risk of overheating or burning of the oil.
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Who is LaVelle Smith Jr.?
LaVelle Smith Jr is an American choreographer and dancer. Known for his work in the music videos of singers such as En Vogue, Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson and Beyoncé Knowles, Smith has won the MTV Video Music Award for Best Choreography five times.
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| LaVelle Smith Jr is an American choreographer and dancer. Known for his work in the music videos of singers such as En Vogue, Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson and Beyoncé Knowles, Smith has won the MTV Video Music Award for Best Choreography five times.
Smith had originally wanted to pursue a career in drama, auditioning at the Youth Performing Arts School in Louisville, Kentucky. Upon failing the audition, Smith was given the option to study dance. Graduating from YPAS in 1983, Smith moved to Chicago and was employed by Gus Giordano in the dance troupe Giordano Jazz Dance Chicago. Unhappy with the level of pay, Smith auditioned for numerous dancing roles, while facing racial prejudice. "When that happens, you realize that you have to be even better or move to L.A. where it doesn't matter," he said later.
Noticed by singer Michael Jackson, Smith landed a job as a dancer before becoming his choreographer. Smith worked on three of Jackson's world tours; Bad, Dangerous and HIStory. He also worked as a choreographer in Michael Jackson's Ghosts, and for the musical Thriller - Live.
Smith appeared on the concert tours of The Rolling Stones, Diana Ross and Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 Tour. Smith also worked for Victoria Beckham after the Spice Girl made a return as a solo artist.
Smith was awarded four MTV Video awards for co-choreographing En Vogue's music videos "My Lovin'" (1992), "Free Your Mind" (1993), "Whatta Man" (1994) and Michael Jackson's duet with sister Janet, "Scream" (1995).[4] The music video for Beyoncé's "Crazy in Love" won Smith his fifth MTV Video Music Award for Best Choreography in 2003.
His other awards include a SSDC Bob Fosse award and an Emmy award. Smith was also the youngest inductee into the Millers Gallery of Greats.
Smith has choreographed Invincible: A Glorious Tribute To Michael Jackson featuring Jeffrey Perez and Pete Carter.
Smith's work with Michael Jackson is the subject of the 2019 documentary film The Man Behind The Dance. |
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How do I teach my child to pretend to be a superhero?
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| You can start by showing them some images of superheroes, or you can make up your own stories and games. You can also set up a roleplay where the two of you are superheroes, or you can try to help them create their own imaginary game.
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How can Bernoulli's principle be derived from Newton's second law of motion?
Bernoulli's principle is a key concept in fluid dynamics that relates pressure, speed and height. Bernoulli's principle states that an increase in the speed of a fluid occurs simultaneously with a decrease in static pressure or a decrease in the fluid's potential energy. The principle is named after the Swiss mathematician and physicist Daniel Bernoulli, who published it in his book Hydrodynamica in 1738.Although Bernoulli deduced that pressure decreases when the flow speed increases, it was Leonhard Euler in 1752 who derived Bernoulli's equation in its usual form. The principle is only applicable for isentropic flows: when the effects of irreversible processes (like turbulence) and non-adiabatic processes (e.g. thermal radiation) are small and can be neglected.
Bernoulli's principle can be derived from the principle of conservation of energy. This states that, in a steady flow, the sum of all forms of energy in a fluid is the same at all points that are free of viscous forces. This requires that the sum of kinetic energy, potential energy and internal energy remains constant. Thus an increase in the speed of the fluid—implying an increase in its kinetic energy (dynamic pressure)—occurs with a simultaneous decrease in (the sum of) its potential energy (including the static pressure) and internal energy. If the fluid is flowing out of a reservoir, the sum of all forms of energy is the same because in a reservoir the energy per unit volume (the sum of pressure and gravitational potential ρ g h) is the same everywhere.
Bernoulli's principle can also be derived directly from Isaac Newton's second Law of Motion. If a small volume of fluid is flowing horizontally from a region of high pressure to a region of low pressure, then there is more pressure behind than in front. This gives a net force on the volume, accelerating it along the streamline.
Fluid particles are subject only to pressure and their own weight. If a fluid is flowing horizontally and along a section of a streamline, where the speed increases it can only be because the fluid on that section has moved from a region of higher pressure to a region of lower pressure; and if its speed decreases, it can only be because it has moved from a region of lower pressure to a region of higher pressure. Consequently, within a fluid flowing horizontally, the highest speed occurs where the pressure is lowest, and the lowest speed occurs where the pressure is highest.
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| Bernoulli's principle can be derived directly from Isaac Newton's second Law of Motion. If a small volume of fluid is flowing horizontally from a region of high pressure to a region of low pressure, then there is more pressure behind than in front. This gives a net force on the volume, accelerating it along the streamline. |
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Does working night shift affect health?
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| Yes, it can have negative effects on your sleep patterns and also on your hormone regulation.
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Is playing the lottery a waste of money?
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| This is really a complex question. I think the short answer is YES in general it can be a waste of money. After all, the chances of actually winning are relatively low. Probably the best argument for playing lotteries is that you might have a chance of winning a big jackpot. Some of these lotteries offer particularly large jackpots -- for example recent jackpots have been in the millions. You will however very nearly always lose money from the cost of buying lottery tickets. In most cases therefore, it will be worth it to you to purchase a relatively small number of lottery tickets to increase the chances of you winning, rather than saving the cost of the tickets and spending that money on something else. If you are really saving up to try and win the lottery, you would definitely be doing better by putting that money into a savings account rather than buying lottery tickets. In general therefore, the short answer is yes, I think playing the lottery is a waste of money.
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I am going to visit Kyoto, Japan for a week next spring. Are there interesting sites that I should visit?
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| Sure! There are many historically and culturally significant sites in Kyoto, but one of the main things that you should make sure to see are the many temples. It is estimated that there are over 1,200 Buddhist temples in Kyoto, and many of them are important pilgrimage destinations for followers of Buddhism.
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What should I do if I see someone having a seizure?
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| A seizure is a type of “neurological emergency”, so it’s important to get help, right away. You should call 911 if the person is in danger of falling down or choking on their tongue. If it’s a seizure caused by a brain injury, it’s likely the person will regain consciousness soon and be alert. That’s different from seizures caused by an epileptic condition, which are more serious and last longer. A person having a seizure needs medical treatment.
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what is the information super highway
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| The information super highway is a worldwide network of fiber-optic telecommunications cables.
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If someone has my social security number, what harm can they do to me?
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| Well, depending on how someone has access to your social security number, it could lead them to some pretty critical information, such as your bank account details, your health history, and so on. It’s therefore really important to protect that information and avoid sharing it unnecessarily.
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What happened on January 6, 2021?
On January 6, 2021, following the defeat of U.S. President Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election, a mob of his supporters attacked the United States Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. The mob sought to keep Trump in power by preventing a joint session of Congress from counting the electoral college votes to formalize the victory of President-elect Joe Biden. According to the House select committee investigating the incident, the attack was the culmination of a seven-part plan by Trump to overturn the election.[28][29] Five people died either shortly before, during, or following the event: one was shot by Capitol Police, another died of a drug overdose, and three died of natural causes.[22][30] Many people were injured, including 138 police officers. Four officers who responded to the attack died by suicide within seven months.[23] As of July 7, 2022, monetary damages caused by attackers exceed $2.7 million.[31]
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| On January 6, 2021, following the defeat of U.S. President Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election, a mob of his supporters attacked the United States Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. The mob sought to keep Trump in power by preventing a joint session of Congress from counting the electoral college votes to formalize the victory of President-elect Joe Biden. According to the House select committee investigating the incident, the attack was the culmination of a seven-part plan by Trump to overturn the election.[28][29] Five people died either shortly before, during, or following the event: one was shot by Capitol Police, another died of a drug overdose, and three died of natural causes.[22][30] Many people were injured, including 138 police officers. Four officers who responded to the attack died by suicide within seven months.[23] As of July 7, 2022, monetary damages caused by attackers exceed $2.7 million.[31]
Called to action by Trump,[32][33] thousands of his supporters gathered in Washington, D.C., on January 5 and 6 to support his false claim that the 2020 election had been "stolen by emboldened radical-left Democrats"[34][35][36][37] and to demand that Vice President Mike Pence and the Congress reject Biden's victory.[38] Starting at noon on January 6,[39] at a "Save America" rally on the Ellipse, Trump repeated false claims of election irregularities[40] and said "If you don't fight like hell, you're not going to have a country anymore."[41][42] In the same speech, he said "I know that everyone here will soon be marching over to the Capitol building to peacefully and patriotically make your voices heard."[43] During and after his speech,[39] thousands of attendees, some armed, walked to the Capitol, and hundreds breached police perimeters[44][45] as Congress was beginning the electoral vote count.
More than 2,000 rioters entered the building,[46][47][48] many of whom occupied, vandalized, and looted;[49][50] assaulted Capitol Police officers and reporters; and attempted to locate lawmakers to capture and harm.[51] A gallows was erected west of the Capitol, and some rioters chanted "Hang Mike Pence" after he rejected false claims by Trump and others that the vice president could overturn the election results.[52] Some vandalized and looted the offices of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D‑CA) and other members of Congress.[53] With building security breached, Capitol Police evacuated and locked down both chambers of Congress and several buildings in the Capitol Complex.[54] Rioters occupied the empty Senate chamber while federal law enforcement officers defended the evacuated House floor.[55][56] Pipe bombs were found at each of the Democratic National Committee and Republican National Committee headquarters, and Molotov cocktails were discovered in a vehicle near the Capitol.[57][58]
Trump resisted sending the National Guard to quell the mob.[59] Later that afternoon, in a Twitter video, he reasserted that the election was "fraudulent", but told his supporters to "go home in peace".[60][61] The Capitol was clear of rioters by mid-evening,[62] and the counting of the electoral votes resumed and was completed in the early morning hours of January 7. Pence declared President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris victorious. Pressured by his cabinet, the threat of removal, and many resignations, Trump later committed to an orderly transition of power in a televised statement.[63][64]
A week after the riot, the House of Representatives impeached Trump for incitement of insurrection, making him the only U.S. president to have been impeached twice.[65] In February, after Trump had left office, the Senate voted 57–43 in favor of conviction; because this fell short of a two-thirds majority, requiring 67 votes, he was acquitted for a second time.[66] The House passed a bill to create a bipartisan independent commission to investigate the attack, modeled after the 9/11 Commission,[67] but it was blocked by Republicans in the Senate,[51] so the House approved a select committee with seven Democrats and two Republicans to investigate instead.[68][69] The committee held nine televised public hearings on the attack [79] in 2022, and later voted to subpoena Trump.[80] By March 2022, the Justice Department's investigations had expanded to include the activities of others leading up to the attack.[81] Ultimately, the Committee recommended Trump to DOJ to be prosecuted for obstructing an official proceeding, incitement, conspiracy to defraud the United States, and making false statements.[82]
More than 30 members of anti-government groups, including the Oath Keepers, Proud Boys, and Three Percenters, were charged with conspiracy for allegedly planning their attacks on the Capitol; ten Oath Keepers and five Proud Boys were charged with seditious conspiracy,[83][84] and one Oath Keeper pleaded guilty.[85][86] Oath Keeper leader Stewart Rhodes would later be convicted of seditious conspiracy.[87][88][89] As of January 2022, at least 57 people with roles in the day's events were running for public office.[90] Although most people charged with crimes relating to the attack had no known affiliation with far-right or extremist groups,[27][91][92] a significant number were linked to extremist groups or conspiratorial movements.[93] By January 2023, at least 476 individuals charged had pleaded guilty.[94] |
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I watch CNN from time to time. I want to know who started the CNN.
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| CNN was founded in 1980 by media executive Ted Turner, and initially covered news events such as the Iran Hostage Crisis and the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster. Since then, CNN has become one of the world’s most popular news networks, covering stories such as the Gulf War, 9/11, and the 2016 US presidential election. Turner continues to run CNN to this day, and it is considered one of the leading news networks in the United States.
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Is Tetris the best selling video games of all time?
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| Well, Tetris was the best selling video game for a while, but it doesn’t seem to be number 1 anymore. There’s at least one other game that seems to have recently surpassed it. Let me look that up. I see! It’s “Minecraft”, it sold about 120 million copies. Tetris did sell “about 104 million” at one point, but not anymore.
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I'm going to Dallas to visit a friend. What tourist sites are available in Dallas?
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| I checked Google and found these:
Brewery Creekin',
Perot Museum of Nature and Science,
Dallas World Aquarium,
Dallas Museum of Art,
Dallas Museum of Natural History,
DFW Museum of Science and History,
Meadows Museum,
Winspear Opera House,
White Rock Lake,
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Where did the game of Golf originate?
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| Golf originated in Scotland, in the middle of the 17th century.
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Who are the almoravids ?
The Almoravid dynasty (Arabic: المرابطون, romanized: Al-Murābiṭūn, lit. 'those from the ribats'[7]) was an imperial Berber Muslim dynasty centered in the territory of present-day Morocco.[8][9] It established an empire in the 11th century that stretched over the western Maghreb and Al-Andalus, starting in the 1050s and lasting until its fall to the Almohads in 1147.[10] The Almoravid capital was Marrakesh, a city founded by the Almoravid leader Abu Bakr ibn Umar c. 1070. The dynasty emerged from a coalition of the Lamtuna, Gudala, and Massufa, nomadic Berber tribes living in what is now Mauritania and the Western Sahara,[11][12] traversing the territory between the Draa, the Niger, and the Senegal rivers.[13][14]
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| The Almoravid was imperial Berber Muslim Dynasty. They rulled in Morocco from 1050 until 1147 and Marrakech were their capital. They emerged from a coalition of the Lamtuna, Massufa and Gudala, nomad berbers l. |
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### Instruction:
Beside regular exercises and a healthy, balanced, low sodium diet, what else can I do to lower my blood pressure?
### Response:
| Excellent question! Based on recent research, the following strategies have been shown to be effective at lowering blood pressure:
- Regular exercise (especially cardiovascular exercise)
- Weight loss (if needed)
- Avoidance of "white" foods (sugars, refined starches, etc)
- Minimization of sodium intake (reduce processed foods)
- Consumption of more potassium rich foods (fruits & veggies, nuts, beans)
- Reducing stress levels
- Quitting smoking
- Limiting alcohol intake
- Medication if needed
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### Instruction:
Why Linux fails as a desktop?
### Response:
| Linux has been criticized for a number of reasons, including lack of user-friendliness and having a steep learning curve, being inadequate for desktop use, lacking support for some hardware, having a relatively small games library, lacking native versions of widely used applications. |
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### Instruction:
Best place to visit in West bengal
### Response:
| 1. Darjeeling
2, Kolkata |
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### Instruction:
Give me a bulleted list of 5 hobbies I should try.
### Response:
| Sure, I'd be happy to give you a bulleted list of 5 hobbies you should try.
- Pickle ball
- Woodworking
- Painting
- Biking
- Crocheting
I hope you like the 5 suggestions above and try a new hobby! |
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### Instruction:
What type of paint should I use for the kitchen?
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| For kitchen cabinets and walls, the best type of paint for your situation is an interior latex paint. Latex paint is durable and longer-lasting, compared to many other types of paint, and also contains important, grease-resisting additives that are ideal for kitchens. Interior latex paints are available in a wide range of colors, and can be applied using a brush or rollers. For best results, use a primer beneath the latex paint for an extra layer of protection. Good quality latex paint will generally provide an excellent finish for years to come, with proper maintenance. For best results, please read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using latex paint.
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### Instruction:
What is the history of Laurel Canyon?
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| Laurel Canyon is a music scene and cultural movement which came together in the 1960’s. Originally it was a small rural valley, but it is now an enclave of fancy houses, music studios, and recording studios in the city of Los Angeles. It’s basically a legend of rock-and-roll, with famous musicians living and working in Laurel Canyon, and famous people hanging out there.
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Who was Nikola Tesla?
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| Nikola Tesla was a Serbian-American inventor known for his innovations around electricity. He discovered the rotating magnetic field. |
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### Instruction:
Is there a such thing as third cousins?
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| Yes, there is, a “third cousin” is the child of your first cousin’s child, or the child of your second cousin’s child. For instance, if you have a cousin named Jane and she has a child named Rachel, Rachel is your third cousin.
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### Instruction:
How do I know if my car tires are properly inflated?
### Response:
| Make sure the tires feel adequately tight and the tread looks correct. The tire pressure should be set to the manufacturer's recommendation (in psi). If the pressure seems too high or too low, you might have a leak, or you might have a problem with the pressure gauge, itself.
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### Instruction:
Where can you find the best bagel in the world?
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| Montreal bagels are the best in the world. The real magic is that Montréal bagels are baked in a wood-fired oven and the bakers simmer their dough in honey water, giving it a slight sweetness. |
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### Instruction:
Why do people like working from home?
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| Employees like working from home primarily due to the flexibility it offers. Through remote work, employees can still produce deliverables but do not need to spend time commuting, getting ready in the morning, or rushing to beat traffic. It also allows working parents to better manage childcare responsibilities. On the other hand, it is important to note that some of the drawbacks of remote work include isolation and reduced productivity. It is important for each manager to determine which type of work is best suited for their team to balance employee productivity & flexibility preferences. |
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### Instruction:
Has the white house always looked the way it does now?
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| The White House was the home of the first American President, George Washington. At the time it was built, it was one of the largest buildings in the country. It’s actually the largest house in the country, with a footprint of 19,000 square feet.
In the late 19th century, it was turned into a museum. In 1902, Theodore Roosevelt turned the house back into a home for his family. The design for the current house was created by architect James Hoban in 1901, during the Roosevelt era. President Truman had the front of the building removed, and the portico made higher. This made it a bigger symbol to show how important the President of the United States was. Presidents Kennedy and Eisenhower built additional wings onto the White House, and later presidents have remodeled and updated rooms inside. It’s a work in progress, but it’s the President’s home, and President
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### Instruction:
What are the main treatments for cancer, in the western United States?
### Response:
| Here are the major treatments for cancer:
1. Surgery
2. Chemotherapy
3. Radiation therapy
4. Immunotherapy
5. Targeted therapy
6. Hormone therapy
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### Instruction:
How do I write a Christmas letter?
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| I believe that “Christmas letter” is another word for “Christmas newsletter”. If that’s the case, you’re probably looking for a program to make a newsletter.
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### Instruction:
What are the pros and cons of assisted suicide?
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| OK, let me have some thoughts about this. I think it’s really important to consider the views and experiences of those living with terminal illness.
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### Instruction:
Is it true that the turkey was a serious contender for the national bird of the United States?
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| There is a turkey on the national seal, but many other people thought of the eagle as the natural choice. At the time the seal was designed, there were still two competing images of a national bird: a bald eagle and a turkey. The bald eagle won out in most states, except for Missouri and Minnesota, which picked the turkey as their official bird instead. If you’re interested, you can read more about the choice here.
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### Instruction:
Please give me a short bullet list of Pele accomplishments based on this passage
Pelé began playing for Santos at age 15 and the Brazil national team at 16. During his international career, he won three FIFA World Cups: 1958, 1962 and 1970, the only player to do so and the youngest player to win a World Cup (17). He was nicknamed O Rei (The King) following the 1958 tournament. Pelé is the joint-top goalscorer for Brazil with 77 goals in 92 games. At the club level, he was Santos's all-time top goalscorer with 643 goals in 659 games. In a golden era for Santos, he led the club to the 1962 and 1963 Copa Libertadores, and to the 1962 and 1963 Intercontinental Cup. Credited with connecting the phrase "The Beautiful Game" with football, Pelé's "electrifying play and penchant for spectacular goals" made him a star around the world, and his teams toured internationally to take full advantage of his popularity.[5] During his playing days, Pelé was for a period the best-paid athlete in the world. After retiring in 1977, Pelé was a worldwide ambassador for football and made many acting and commercial ventures. In 2010, he was named the honorary president of the New York Cosmos.
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| - Won three FIFA World Cups: 1958, 1962, and 1970
- Joint-top goalscorer for Brazil with 77 goals in 92 games
- Santo's all-time top goalscorer with 643 goals in 659 games
- 1962 and 1963 Copa Libertadores and Intercontinental Cup
- For a period the best-paid athlete in the world |
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### Instruction:
What are you up to?
### Response:
| There are almost 2 million people on Earth and we are living in a culture of perpetual war with each other.
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### Instruction:
I'd like to explore some new art. Can you tell me who were some of the favorite artists of the Medici family in Italy, during the Renaissance?
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| I don't know a lot about art history, but let me give you some examples that I do know about. There was a Renaissance artist named Michelangelo Buonarroti who made sculpture and painted famous portraits. There was also Leonardo da Vinci, who worked as an artist, inventor, and scientist, and who is famous for painting the Mona Lisa and designing aircraft. They were both from Florence, which is what the "Medici" family mostly ran.
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### Instruction:
How did the job of butlers originate in England?
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| When the British Empire was at its height, the houses of the wealthy were very large and had many people working inside them. Butlers would often be at the center of the house, where they would manage the household and coordinate everything. They were also responsible for some of the security and safety of the house, as well as being trusted servants who would help the family navigate the world outside their home. The tradition of the butler has continued in some homes into the present day.
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### Instruction:
Who is Paul Cezanne?
Paul Cézanne (/seɪˈzæn/ say-ZAN, also UK: /sɪˈzæn/ sə-ZAN, US: /seɪˈzɑːn/ say-ZAHN;[1][2] French: [pɔl sezan]; 19 January 1839 – 22 October 1906) was a French artist and Post-Impressionist painter whose work introduced new modes of representation and influenced avant garde artistic movements of the early 20th century. Cézanne is said to have formed the bridge between late 19th-century Impressionism and the early 20th century's new line of artistic enquiry, Cubism.
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| Paul Cezanne was a French artist who introduced new modes of representation such as cubism in the early 20th century. |
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### Instruction:
Can you help me out with a recipe for coking lemon squares?
### Response:
| Sure, here are the steps I think you’d need to follow.
Step 1: Add the “filling” and sugar to the mixing bowl.
Step 2: Mix in the melted butter with a wooden spoon.
Step 3: Divide the batter into the cupcake liners.
Step 4: Bake at 350 for about 25 minutes or until the edges just start to turn brown.
Step 5: Put the lemon squares in a low-temperature oven for an hour.
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### Instruction:
What are the books in the 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series and when were they released?
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| The books in the 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series are:
- A Game of Thrones [August 1996]
- A Clash of Kings [February 1999]
- A Storm of Swords [November 2000]
- A Feast for Crows [November 2005]
- A Dance with Dragons [July 2011]
- The Winds of Winter [forthcoming]
- A Dream of Spring [forthcoming] |
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### Instruction:
I heard that there are many more diamonds, then are currently on the market. Is it true that they inflate the value of diamonds, by hoarding and holding back on vast collections of diamond mines and such?
### Response:
| Yeah, that is actually a pretty common conspiracy theory. Many people suspect that diamond producers and sellers collude to keep the price high.
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### Instruction:
I like to host guests at my home from time to time, and I am gathering recipes of different dishes and drinks to keep things interesting. I am interested in trying some Serbian dishes. Can you give me a recipe for Karadjordjeva Snicla?
### Response:
| Alright! This dish is made from chicken and a spicy sauce and is served with mashed potatoes. I found a lot of recipes online, but I think the one that sounds the tastiest is:
Ingredients:
Serves: 4
- 1.5 pounds bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about one minute.
- Add the chicken, salt, paprika, and vegetable broth. Cover the pan, and reduce the heat to low.
- Cook for 15 minutes. Then remove from the heat, transfer the chicken to a baking dish, and bake in the oven for about 30 minutes. Remove the chicken from the baking dish and discard the cooking liquid.
- Transfer the chicken
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### Instruction:
How do I get a child to transition from picture books?
### Response:
| There are a number of tools you can use to help to help your child transition from picture books to longer texts. You can start by reading aloud shorter chapter books to them, about the same length as the picture books that they’re so familiar with. You can start this a year or two before they outgrow the picture books. The first longer text you read to them might be a bit beyond their listening comprehension level, but it’s still a reasonable place to start. You can also begin providing small amounts of structured, rich language from story books, which provide a greater challenge for language comprehension. You might even start with something as simple as a favorite nursery rhyme, read as a longer piece.
If your child is an early reader, you can try reading some books with them, to encourage them to read on their own, even if they don’t ask you to do this. As they become more self-sufficient with books, you can help them to try more challenging texts as well. It may take some time, but don’t give up if it doesn’t work out in the first year or so. It usually takes children three to four years to shift from picture books to longer texts on their own.
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### Instruction:
I have a large ball, what games can I play?
### Response:
| You can play basketball, soccer, netball or volleyball with a large ball. |
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### Instruction:
I want to make vegetable spring rolls. Do you have a recipe?
### Response:
| Sure, here’s one:
Ingredients:
2 carrots, grated
1 head broccoli, finely chopped
1 small block of tofu, cubed
1 tablespoon tahini
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Freshly ground pepper
Directions:
Cut the carrots into matchsticks. Finely chop the broccoli and tofu. Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl. Spread out a square sheet of plastic wrap and place one cup of the mixture in the middle. Using the plastic wrap, make a packet by folding over the plastic to seal it and tightly twisting the ends. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Place the packets on a plate and put in the freezer until frozen, which takes about 3 hours. Remove the packets from the freezer and let them th
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### Instruction:
What makes someone beautiful?
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| It's often said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. What makes someone beautiful is subjective to whatever quality the individual or other party deems beautiful, attractive or desirable. Most individuals are not a good judge of their own appearance or qualities. According to the Austrian writer Kyle Krauss, the best way to be beautiful, is to stop worrying about being ugly. The most attractive people are often confident and are usually not concerned with how others perceive their appearance. |
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### Instruction:
Is it hard to learn how to crochet?
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| Crocheting can be really relaxing, and there are a few simple steps you need to know. First, you’ll want to select a project that’s not too big, and not too small. You’ll want to have something that’s manageable yet creative. You’ll want to choose something that uses just a few stitches, so you can practice those stitches in a few different patterns. This will get you comfortable with crocheting before you take on something more challenging.
You’ll want to make a slipknot. The yarn will go through the slipknot and be joined to it. You’ll want to work one or two rows of crochet. Then you’ll want to make a turn chain. Finally, you’ll want to work one or two rows of crochet again to finish off the project. These are the basic steps you’ll want to follow. They’ll help you get started with a crochet project.
Now, you’ll want to practice working in different patterns. You might want to try your hand at a small blanket, or a small afghan, or a dishcloth, or a tote bag. You
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### Instruction:
I'm thinking about getting my daughter a horse for her birthday, but I've heard horses are very expensive and can also be dangerous. Do you have any advice?
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| Well, there are many important considerations, and I won't be able to give a full opinion on this without asking you a lot of questions. But in terms of affordability, the average cost of a horse in the US is $6,000-$12,000. You also have to consider what facilities you want to offer, so if you plan to keep it at home or in your yard, you need to add the cost of fencing, and a suitable stall or shelter to keep it in, etc.
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### Instruction:
What is Ramadan for Muslims?
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| Ramadan is a religious celebration in the Muslim world. It’s considered the holiest month of the year, and during this time Muslims around the world fast from sunrise until sunset each day, with the goal of building self-discipline and empathy. Fasting takes place during this month, and it means refraining from eating, drinking, and sexual activity during daylight hours. Muslims also volunteer time to another aspect of the practice, a nightly celebration called “tarawih” that involves special prayer called Salatul Tasbīh. Every night during Ramadan, Muslims recite the entire Qur’an before sunrise. Muslims believe that during this month, God is especially connected to all people.
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### Instruction:
Should I put a sound system in my car?
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| Here are a few things I’ve gathered about car sound systems.
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Which company is the biggest manufacturer of bottled water?
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| According to the most recent data from 2016, Nestle is the biggest, at a quarter of the market, followed by Coca Cola at 13%, then Pepsi at 9%, then Danone at 7%.
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Which of the following animals are marine mammals: Human, Dog, Bonobos, Cat, Bats, Whale shark, Bears, Orangutans, Great white shark, Lion, Ocean sunfish, Koala, Cheetah, Beluga sturgeon, Orca, Gorillas, Camel, Hamsters, Lemurs, Blue whale, Chimpanzee
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| Of those animals you mentioned, some of them are mammals, some are marine animals and only a smaller number of them are marine mammals. The following can be classified as marine mammals: Orca and Blue whale. |
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### Instruction:
What should I look for when selecting fresh produce?
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| It depends on what you’re buying, but usually with fruit and vegetables, I would look for them to be:
1. Without bruises or mushy spots
2. Firm to the touch
3. Not too ripe or overripe
4. Properly labeled
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### Instruction:
If I am taking a vacation should I go by car or plane?
### Response:
| Here are some possible advantages and disadvantages to each mode of transportation.
Car:
-You’ll have more control over your travel schedule.
-It will be more private and comfortable.
-You may have fewer travel restrictions.
-You’ll be able to stop more often.
Plane:
-You can get where you’re going faster.
-You won’t need to stop for fuel.
-It can be more convenient for long trips.
-You’ll be able to make more connections.
-You won’t have the same flexibility in your travel schedule.
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### Instruction:
How can I volunteer with a boys and girls club?
### Response:
| The Girls Inc. website lists thousands of local clubs, and you can register to volunteer with one, by filling out a form that lists the available activities and your availability.
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### Instruction:
What is the best place to visit in Greece
### Response:
| Santorini or any Greek Island
Athens |
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### Instruction:
How do I care for my dentures?
### Response:
| Good question! We recommend that you brush them well at least once a day to keep the dentures clean and to prevent them from getting stuck to one another. You should also always keep them stored in water. It’s also important to check that the attachment or wire clip is still working properly. You should make sure it’s secure, and that there are no problems with the fit or the connection between the denture and the wire.
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### Instruction:
What is the controversy over the hashtags #Alllivesmatter?
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| #AllLivesMatter has been criticized as excluding the importance of specifically addressing and defending the lives of marginalized people and communities, notably black people and communities and other people of color in the U.S. context. #Blacklivesmatter is considered to be a more inclusive statement that acknowledges this purpose of protest, while also advocating for the importance of all lives equally. The use of #AllLivesMatter has been criticized as being a misrepresentation of the issue and the goals of protest in a manner that confusingly hides the inherent racism and bias that are at the root of discriminatory violence.
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### Instruction:
Can you help me figure out what I can say to my boss to convince them to get us new office equipment?
### Response:
| You might first want to address the concern you’ve mentioned to me before, which is that your boss has been hesitant to commit to new projects. It’s important that you present your ideas in a way that responds directly to any concerns that your boss might have, and that presents your proposed office upgrades as a short-term, low-risk endeavor. You might start by emphasizing the productivity benefits that you envision the new equipment providing, and sketching our a plan for how you’ll monitor the success of the new system. Finally, you might address any concerns that your boss might have about the added costs of the project by emphasizing the potential savings and long-term benefits that you expect to see once the new equipment is put into place.
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### Instruction:
What do i need to have to start tomato plants from seed? What will improve my chances of having the plants go from seedlings to fruit-bearing plants?
### Response:
| It sounds like you’re interested in growing tomatoes! There are many different varieties, and you can get seedlings from the local garden center. For seeds, you will need to prepare loose soil or a pot to grow them in, after carefully sterilizing containers to prevent unwanted organisms from taking over. To help them grow into strong and fruitful adult plants, they need lots of sunlight, though they can also tolerate cool, indirect light. They will also benefit from regular watering, as well as extra fertilizer. I recommend talking with a local gardener or staff at your local nursery to learn more about growing tomatoes.
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### Instruction:
Which of the following are planets? Sun, Mars, Moon, Pluto, Jupiter, Neptune
### Response:
| The planets in that list are Mars, Jupiter and Neptune. |
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### Instruction:
Can you tell me about the origins and history of the Ouija board?
### Response:
| Yes, the Ouija board has an interesting history. It was first patented in 1890 by Elijah Bond and popularized as a game in the next several years, and quickly became very well-known. In 1898, the movie “The Newly Discovered Black Art” used the Ouija board as an aesthetic prop to demonstrate some supposed paranormal activities. Although this movie was shut down after a few performances because of the outrage of the magician community, the Ouija board nevertheless gained a reputation for being associated with spiritualism and the occult. Between the years of 1938 and 1952, the toy company Hasbro marketed a line of board games called the Ouija game, which claimed to be based on the original Ouija board but was in fact all made up, without any association to the original Ouija board. Although Elijah Bond soon discovered this deception, he did not attempt to take legal action, and Hasbro continued to produce the Ouija game.
Later, there were various ads and marketing campaigns to promote the game as a novelty or party trick, and it was eventually popularized as a board game across many parts of the globe. Several books and movies have been produced over the years that make
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### Instruction:
What are some household items I can use to build a fort? Please provide them in list form, one on each line.
### Response:
| Here are some examples to get you started: blankets, sheets, pillows, chairs, sofa cushions, cushions from beanbags, desks, tables, cups, bowls, boxes, an old blanket, a rug, cardboard boxes, sheets of cardboard, towels. Please let me know if you have any other suggestions or feedback, and I’ll be happy to help.
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### Instruction:
How do I learn to balance on a skateboard?
### Response:
| I think there are many approaches to learning skateboarding. For example, you might watch some video tutorials online that you find helpful, then get some skateboarding lessons from a private tutor. Another possibility is to practice by yourself, following along with a video to guide you, and maybe looking at skateboard videos online. If you do it this way, it’s helpful to choose a fun trick or skill that you want to work on, and work on practicing it until it is automatic. You might also look up some beginner’s tips online, for example “The Beginner’s Guide to Rollerblading”
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### Instruction:
I'd like to learn some basic words in Spanish. Can you help?
### Response:
| Okay, but it'll be easier if you read a phrase, and I'll translate it for you. Maybe you could say "Mi nombre es John."
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### Instruction:
Identify which instrument is string or percussion: Snare drum, Zither
### Response:
| Zither is string, Snare drum is percussion. |
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### Instruction:
Should I buy a printer or go to a local print shop?
### Response:
| Both are good options, but have a bit of a different trade-off. Printer prices have been dropping for a long time, and good home printers can be very affordable now. You can also get high-quality professional color printouts with very fast turnaround. But they don’t have the expertise of a real print shop. So the good news is that you have lots of options for getting really high-quality printouts in lots of different ways. The bad news is that choosing what works best for you could be a little tricky.
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### Instruction:
In Japan what color car is reserved for the royal family only
### Response:
| Maroon |
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### Instruction:
What is the difference between a paint and a pinto?
### Response:
| A paint horse is a breed called the "American Paint Horse" with bloodlines from registered Quarter Horses, Thoroughbreds or Arabian horses with bold two-color markings and a pinto is a loose term used to describe any horse with bold white markings on its coat but can be any breed. |
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### Instruction:
Can you tell me how the Auto Industry developed in the US?
### Response:
| The US Auto Industry developed when the Ford Motor Company opened in Detroit, Michigan in 1908, making inexpensive car models, and soon afterwards other major car companies also opened in the US. These all used a new model for production, adopting a series of assembly line manufacturing methods invented by businessmen called Henry Ford, Karl Benz, and Ransom Olds. This dramatically increased the speed and efficiency of the manufacturing process, allowing for very inexpensive cars to be produced, and triggering the popular rise of the automotive industry in the US.
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### Instruction:
How do people use emojis to communicate things?
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| Emojis are popular, they’re added to messages frequently. I often see people use emoji for a quick, fun addition, or to express an emotion. For example, they might use the frown face to add a bit of sarcastic humor. Or they might use the smiley face emoji to add a little extra positivity.
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How can I treat restless leg syndrome?
### Response:
| Restless leg syndrome is a neurological disorder where you experience unpleasant sensations in your legs, often just prior to or during sleep. Usually patients find that the symptoms are worse in the evening or during the night. The sensations cause the legs to move, which can make it hard to sleep.
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### Instruction:
Why is Pavarotti so famous? He died but many people still mention his name.
### Response:
| Well, Pavarotti was an opera singer. The story goes that he was able to sing and perform better than any other singer of his time. He gave many live performances, and had a big fan base and concert audiences. Many people were listening to him while he was still alive. And people still talk about his voice. But what they really remember is that he could put on a live performance that was better than anything else in their time.
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What sort of problems arise from looking for work when you have a criminal record?
### Response:
| People who have criminal records often face challenges when they try to get work, because many employers require you to disclose any criminal history you may have. The problem can be that if you have a record, you may not be able to get work at all, or if you are able to get work, you may have trouble keeping a job. Many employers will not hire you if you have a criminal record, or may fire you after learning you have one. In addition, if you have a criminal record and want to switch to a different line of work, it can be difficult to obtain certain types of licenses you may need.
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Can cats see in full darkness?
### Response:
| No, cats lack a light-sensitive layer at the back of the eyeball.
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I like to host guests at my home from time to time, and I am gathering recipes of different dishes and drinks to keep things interesting. I am interested in trying some Irish dishes. Can you give me a recipe Irish Soda Bread?
### Response:
| Sure, here’s a recipe I found on cookpad.com. But actually there are lots of different recipes for soda bread, and it’s really an individual’s choice, since it’s such a basic and simple recipe. Here are a few more that I found online, if you want to look at them and choose one:
Recipe 1
Ingredients
Ingredients
1 cup plain flour
3/4 cup whole-wheat flour
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp butter, melted
2 tbsp buttermilk
Preparation
Preparation
1. In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. Add the melted butter and the buttermilk and mix to combine well.
3. Turn out the dough on a well-floured surface. Knead the dough until smooth and no longer sticky, about 2 minutes. Shape the dough into a round loaf, about 8 inches in diameter, and place on a baking sheet. Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for
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### Instruction:
Is Iceberg lettuce nutritious?
### Response:
| Yes, the nutritional value of Iceberg lettuce is excellent. The protein, calcium, and phosphorus content are particularly good.
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