Year: 2017

Webster’s Dictionary defines a model

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Webster’s Dictionary defines a model as “a simplified description of a complex entity or process” ­ such as a “computer model” of the circulatory and respiratory systems. The term comes from the Latin root modus, which means “a manner of doing or being; a method, form, fashion, custom, way, or style.” More specifically, the word “model” is derived from the Latin modulus, which essentially means a “small” version of the original mode. A “model” of an object, for example, is typically a miniature version or representation of that object. A…

World politics analysis

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South Korean police were on high alert in Seoul on Tuesday to monitor protests by both critics and supporters of President Donald Trump as the U.S. leader arrived in the country amid concerns over North Korea’s nuclear threats. Surrounded by thousands of police officers and a tight perimeter created by buses, hundreds of anti-Trump protesters rallied at a boulevard near the U.S. Embassy, holding banners that read “No Trump” and “No War.” The demonstrators accused the outspoken president of raising tensions with North Korea and pressuring Seoul to buy more…

House tax panel adopts GOP changes after day of bickering

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After a day of partisan bickering over whether the Republicans’ sweeping tax plan would truly help the middle class, a key House panel on Monday approved late changes. Lawmakers restored the tax exemption for employees receiving child care benefits from their companies, but also put new requirements on a tax credit used by working people of modest means. The House Ways and Means Committee voted 24-16 along party lines to adopt the amendment from its chairman, Rep. Kevin Brady, R-Texas. The changes were made to the complex GOP tax legislation…

London tower block fire: Death toll climbs to 30

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What was the cause of the London tower fire? The deadly Grenfell Tower blaze started in a Hotpoint fridge freezer – model number FF175BP. It is suspected that a fault caused the appliance to catch alight in a fourth floor flat. Prime Minister Theresa May ordered an immediate examination by experts of the fridge freezer involved in the blaze. Hotpoint has also said it is working with police to assist with their ongoing investigation adding that a full examination of the fridge and scene by the company has not yet…

Stagehand dies in tragic accident

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Another stagehand is in a ‘critical condition’ at hospital. A stagehand has died in a tragic accident on Avenged Sevenfold‘s latest tour. The incident occurred shortly after the band’s recent gig in Stuttgart, Germany. Another stagehand is understood to be in a “critical condition” as a result of the accident. “We have some very sad news to report,” the band told fans in a statement. “Last night after our show in Stuttgart, Germany, a 26 year old stagehand fell from the rafters while breaking down our stage. He fell a…

Model mentors offers free modeling advice

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ModelMentors offers free modeling advice, shared by professional models who know the entertainment industry well. We feature insider modeling advice / modeling industry tips that cover a wide range of topics in the modeling industry. So whether you are an aspiring model, an experienced model, or somewhere in between- you will be able to find modeling advice that speaks directly to you. We have tried to organize the articles into Modeling Advice ‘categories’. Instead of having to read every single article on the website, hopefully you can identify the categories…

DPM rejects retaining 240 constituencies

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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs Krishna Bahadur Mahara has said the number of electoral constituencies will be determined in accordance with the constitutional provision. Talking to reporters in Ghorahi of Dang on Saturday, DPM Mahara ruled out the possibility of adopting the same electoral constituencies as in the two Constituent Assembly polls. The country was divided into 240 constituencies for the CA elections. The new constitution provisions 165 electoral constituencies in the federal set-up. Maoist Centre leader Mahara’s response follows reports that leaders of some political parties are…

Gharti Magar shines for Nepal

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Jul 12, 2017- Skipper Bimal Gharti Magar scored a lonely goal as hosts Nepal beat Bangladesh 1-0 during their Under-23 friendly football match at the Anfa Complex in Satdobato on Tuesday. For both the teams, the friendly was a final tune up ahead of their AFC U-23 Championship Qualifiers scheduled this month. While Nepal take on the hosts United Arab Emirates (UAE) on July 15, Uzbekistan on July 17 and Lebanon on July 19 in their Group ‘D’ Qualifiers, Bangladesh are up against hosts Palestine, Jordan and Tajikistan in Group…

Six parties registered with EC

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The Election Commission (EC) on Saturday registered six parties, including the Rastriya Janata Party-Nepal and Sajha Party. With the registration of six new parties, the total number of political forces registered with the EC has reached 130. The RJP-N had applied for party registration a week ago. The RJP-N earlier was protesting against the local level elections, saying its demands were yet to be addressed by the government. Party registration with the EC has now paved the way for the RJP-N to participate in the third phase of local polls…

Flight accident in Dubai

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Emirates Flight 521 is a scheduled international passenger flight from Thiruvananthapuram, India, to Dubai, United Arab Emirates,[5] operated by Emirates using a Boeing 777-300.[6] On 3 August 2016, the aircraft carrying 282 passengers[7] and 18 crew[8] crashed while landing at Dubai International Airport, at approximately 12:45 local time.[9][10] All 300 people on board survived the accident and were evacuated from the aircraft; 24 were injured.[4] An airport firefighter died during the rescue operation and another eight were injured.[4][3] This accident was the first hull loss of an aircraft operated by…