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Articles by Alex Gray
In Pursuit of Balance: DnD Monk Roleplay Guide
“Monks use rigorous combat training and mental discipline to align themselves with the multiverse and focus their internal reservoirs of power. Different Monks conceptualize this power in various ways: as breath, energy, life force, essence, or self, for example. Whether channeled as a striking display of martial prowess or as a subtler manifestation of defense and speed, this power infuses all that a Monk does”.
The Wellspring
Mike Navolio is the kind of man you would follow up a mountain. Not just because he does this for a living, or rather, for his retirement, but because it’s evident from the moment you meet him that his many expeditions skyward have left an indelible mark on his soul. Dressed in multi-pocketed cargo shorts, his nonprofit’s official polo, and sneakers, the tan, beard-clad, 73-year-old founder of Clean Water Climb seemingly keeps himself ready to trek 5,895 meters above sea level.
New construction payroll rules are here — Is your business ready? — RoofersCoffeeShop
By Alex Gray, Foundation Software. New regulations, union rate changes and reporting mandates make payroll a priority for contractors this year. For construction companies, kicking off a new year usually means launching projects, hiring crews and hitting the ground running. But before the first hammer swings, there’s one area you can’t afford to ignore: payroll. In 2025, changes in wage laws, union rates and federal reporting requirements are reshaping how contractors need to approach payroll.
Run QGIS tool from standalone python keeps locks on files
Asked today Viewed 4 times I have a python application that runs some qgis processing tools. The tools are called in a loop and I am looking to clean up the tool outputs (shapefiles) in between each iteration. I have found that only a call to qgs.exitQgis() releases the locks on the shapefile (the output of the snap process). But if I try to do further processing or try to initialize qgis again, the python execution stops, no exception.
John Deere announces 8 companies for 2023 Startup Collaborator program
The most recent USDA Cattle on Feed report confirmed the cattle herd is continuing to shrink, and high beef prices will likely be with consumers for some time. Cattle in feedlots came in at 98% of a year ago. High input costs and, more importantly, persistent drought conditions in the western half of the United States are a one-two punch that cow calf and backgrounders have experienced. 2 DAYS AGO
7 Lessons from COVID-19 Philanthropy and Implications for Future Disaster Funding
From a global pandemic to the recent invasion of Ukraine, globally impactful disasters are an increasingly frequent part of our reality, and thus an important factor as funders consider grantmaking priorities and the funding landscape in which they operate.
An Unparalleled Hunts Point Estate – Geek Real Estate
Learn More A rarely available street-to-water property offers 100 feet of remarkable waterfront and endless possibilities... On Market | $21,500,000 4232 Hunts Point Road, Hunts Point, WA 98004 4 Bedrooms | 5 Bathrooms 5,850 Square Feet | 100 Feet of Waterfront An unparalleled east-facing estate nestled on the shores of Hunts Point awaits the vision of its next steward.
Just Listed | Astonishing Architecture in Clyde Hill – Geek Real Estate
Learn More Main level living unfolds in a great room with casual and formal dining, a living area with a grand stone fireplace and wall of windows, and a kitchen to delight the most distinguished chef... On Market | $8,750,000 1421 88th Avenue NE, Clyde Hill, WA 98004 5 Bedrooms | 7 Bathrooms 6,646 Square Feet | 3 Car Garage The pinnacle of modern architecture has arrived in this Clyde Hill home by the renowned BDR Homes.
Opinion: Labor Day Suggestions to Increase Access to Work for People with Disabilities
This Labor Day it is a time to recognize both the contributions of those who currently work and to reflect on the barriers to employment that many face, as well as the importance of proper working conditions, wages, and benefits. On September 6, Americans will celebrate our annual commemoration of Labor Day with traditional parades and barbecues. Labor Dayis a yearly acknowledgement of the American worker which has been observed nationally since 1894.
Opinion: Marking Developmental Disability Awareness Month During the COVID Crisis
My connection to Best Buddies and the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Community started with a bit of a selfish desire. I really wanted to meet Tom Brady. I would gladly pedal in a charity bike ride if I got to meet the G.O.A.T. But what came from that initial interest in meeting Brady, turned into one of the most transformative experiences of my life.
Getting AI to reason: Using Logical Neural Networks for knowledge-based Question Answering
By Salim Roukos, Alex Gray & Pavan Kapanipathi Language is what makes us human. Asking questions is how we learn. Building on the foundations of deep learning and symbolic AI, we have developed technology that can answer complex questions with minimal domain-specific training. Initial results are very encouraging — the system outperforms current state-of-the-art techniques on two prominent datasets with no need for specialized end-to-end training.
Getting AI to Reason: Using Neuro-Symbolic AI for Knowledge-Based Question Answering
December 4, 2020 | Written by: Salim Roukos, Alex Gray, and Pavan Kapanipathi Categorized: AI | Neuro-symbolic AI | Neuro-symbolic AI Share this post: Language is what makes us human. Asking questions is how we learn. Building on the foundations of deep learning and symbolic AI, we have developed technology that can answer complex questions with minimal domain-specific training.
Opinion: Boston Needs Stable Housing That is Both Affordable and Accessible
I began my career in housing first working with individuals facing homelessness in California at Sacramento Loaves and Fishes and then as a housing advocate for the Massachusetts Housing and Shelter Alliance in Boston. The work showed me that housing is about more than finding a place to live. Stable housing plays a role in creating a solid foundation for improving someone’s health and their ability to receive support for mental health issues, recovery and addiction, and trauma.
What the CROWN Act means for Black women at work
By Alex Gray September 21, 2020 “Dove and the CROWN Coalition have accomplished so much over the past year, and as we continue the work to ensure the protection of Black women, children, and men from hair discrimination, a form of racial discrimination,” Esi Eggleston Bracey, executive vice president and chief operations officer of beauty and personal care at Unilever North America, said in a press release.
What the CROWN Act means for Black women at work
By Alex Gray4 minute Read The job hunt can be difficult for anyone. But for Black women, even being perceived as professional can be its own feat. When Brianne Cash prepared for an interview with an insurance company early in her career, she was mostly concerned about how the interviewer would view her—specifically her natural hair. “I wore my hair straight because I didn’t know if it was going to be considered professional [otherwise],” says Cash.
A whimsical sculpture designed by Charles and Ray Eames, and other ite
By Alex Gray1 minute Read Folk-art-inspired designs by Charles and Ray Eames Celebrated midcentury modern designers Charles and Ray Eames filled their house with objects found on their travels, including a simple and elegant wooden house bird that they brought back from the Appalachian Mountains. Now, Swiss family-owned furniture brand Vitra has replicated the American-folk-art-inspired sculpture in solid alder wood. The bird comes in a black or walnut finish with a steel wire base.
Report: The SEC is investigating details around Eastman Kodak’s government loan
By Alex Gray1 minute Read After Eastman Kodak received a $765 million loan from the government to produce drug ingredients, the Securities and Exchange Commission is reportedly investigating some of the details. The probe is focused on how the deal was disclosed, the Wall Street Journal, reported, citing anonymous sources. Kodak’s stock rocketed to $60 after news of the loan broke, gaining more than 2,100%. It has since dipped to about $14.40 a share.
MacKenzie Scott just showed what billionaires can really do with their money
By Alex Gray1 minute Read MacKenzie Scott is reminding us how the 1% should be spending their money. Scott, the ex-wife of Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, announced that she donated about $1.7 billion to multiple organizations related to racial inequality, LGBTQ+ rights, and climate change, among other issues. She posted the announcement on Medium after signing The Giving Pledge, a campaign to encourage billionaires to publicly give away a majority of their wealth to help society’s most pressing issues.
The ADA at 30: Past, Present, and Future
The ADA at 30: Past, Present, and Future July 26th marks 30 years since the passage of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). When signing the law, President George H. W.
These Lysol disinfectants are the first to get EPA approval for killing the coronavirus
By Alex Gray1 minute Read The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency just approved two Lysol products that can kill the coronavirus on surfaces. Both Lysol Disinfectant Spray and Lysol Disinfectant Max Cover Mist were shown to be effective against the virus through lab testing, the agency said.
4 sobering takeaways from Dr. Anthony Fauci’s Senate testimony
By Alex Gray1 minute Read Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases, testified today before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, voicing his concerns about what could happen if the United States doesn’t step up its COVID-19 response. Here are the biggest takeaways: Cases could keep spiking: Fauci told the Senate he “would not be surprised” if new coronavirus cases increased to 100,000 per day.
New Sprout Social Research Says What Consumers Are Looking For in Bran
By Alex Gray1 minute Read As brands try to jump through the many hoops of activism during the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter movement, many consumers have decided to boycott companies that aren’t living up to their expectations. But according to a recent survey by analytics firm Sprout Social, brands that make missteps have a lot more at stake than making a generic PR statement, particularly if consumers decide to unfollow them on social media.
How this startup founder ignited a movement to get brands to hire more Black people
By Alex Gray6 minute Read On June 3, Sharon Chuter had had enough with corporate America. First, there had been the soft and hypocritical statements by brands with mediocre to dreadful posts supporting Black people as the anti-racism protests provoked by the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis had spread nationwide.
No Limits: Living Beyond Expectation
No Limits: Living Beyond Expectation Stereotypes have been intertwined in the Black community for over 150 years. Although the Black community has worked hard over the years to silence racist stereotypes, we have in turn created expectations for ourselves that directly contradict them. In the past, Black people were mocked in minstrel shows in the 1800s for their features and assumed stupidity.
The First Teaser Trailer for 'Aladdin' Has Arrived & I'm So Hype For This Whole New World
It's almost time to head to a whole new world! The first teaser for the live-action remake of Aladdin was released on Thursday night, quickly gaining a lot of traction with over 89 thousand likes on the movie’s main Twitter account. Aladdin's first teaser takes viewers to Agrabah where Iago is seen flying above making his way to the Cave of Wonders, which heeds the warning, "Only one may enter here...
‘I thought I’d never get out alive’ – the Muslim director who interviewed neo-Nazis
“I would say that a lot of the issues that many of these guys are talking about, if you put aside the race thing, there is truth in it. Without any doubt there is an underclass in America that is absolutely struggling, that is white, or that is also white, I should say.
Liverpool ask City Council for permission to host concerts
Liverpool have submitted two applications to Liverpool City Council allowing them to host a range of concerts and non-football sporting events at Anfield. The club hope the two applications will make the stadium "a year-round destination by offering more cultural and sporting events to supporters and those visiting the area." Events could include boxing, GAA, American Football or music concerts, and fit with the City Council's vision to use music and sport to attract more visitors to the city.
China is adding a London-sized electric bus fleet every five weeks
Every five weeks, 9,500 brand new electric buses take to the roads in China. That’s the equivalent of the entire London bus fleet, says a new report by Bloomberg New Energy Finance. The world has around 3 million buses. Most run on diesel and compressed natural gas. The global fleet of electric buses now totals around 385,000 vehicles — and 99% of those are in China. China has the biggest urban population in the world and air pollution is a major health hazard in Chinese cities.
Only the Dead Can Tell
When Dorothy Guildford is found stabbed to death in her Glasgow home, all the signs point to her being murdered by her husband Peter. Forensic psychologist Rosie Ferguson is convinced there’s more to the case that meets the eye and soon finds herself in conflict with senior investigating officer DI Alan McCauley, who is certain the police have their man and is not too fussy about making his case.
Children become sexist as early as six years old
When asked to draw a scientist, studies found that younger children are more likely to draw female scientists. The tendency to stereotype increase with age. You may never have heard of them, but Draw-a-Scientist experiments have been going on since the 1960s. The test is as simple as it sounds – it asks children to draw a scientist – but the results speak volumes about gender stereotyping.
Here’s how Finland solved its homelessness problem – World Economic Forum – Medium
In the last year in the UK, the number of people sleeping rough rose by 7%. In Germany, the last two years saw a 35% increase in the number of homeless while in France, there has been an increase of 50% in the last 11 years. These are Europe’s three biggest economies, and yet they haven’t solved their housing problem. Across Europe, the picture is much the same. There, the number of homeless is steadily decreasing. So what have they been doing differently?
10 future shocks our world is completely unprepared for
According to the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2018, shocks such as the 2008 financial crisis may become more likely. In the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, we asked ourselves one question over and over again: why didn’t we see it coming? It rocked the global economy and threatened to destroy the financial systems that we rely on. Ten years on, some countries are still picking up the pieces.
5 charts that show how migration is changing the world’s cities
Where are migrants moving to? However, when you look at the number of migrants as a proportion of the population, countries in the Middle East far outstrip any other. Over 80% of the population in the United Arab Emirates is foreign-born. How do they get there? Other areas have become both an origin, as well as a destination for migration. For instance, while Nigerians head into China, many Chinese are heading to the Middle East and Africa.
5 charts that show how migration is changing the world’s cities
In 2015, over a billion people migrated: 244 million went abroad and 763 million moved within their home country. Some boarded planes to start a new job in another country. Some risked their lives in overcrowded boats, fleeing war or famine. And others left the countryside in search of jobs and a better quality of life. What the vast majority have in common is that they ended up moving to a city.
These charts show how migration is changing our cities
In 2015, over a billion people migrated: 244 million went abroad and 763 million moved within their home country. Some boarded planes to start a new job in another country. Some risked their lives in overcrowded boats, fleeing war or famine. And others left the countryside in search of jobs and a better quality of life. What the vast majority have in common is that they ended up moving to a city.
5 charts that show how migration is changing the world’s cities
In 2015, over a billion people migrated: 244 million went abroad and 763 million moved within their home country. Some boarded planes to start a new job in another country. Some risked their lives in overcrowded boats, fleeing war or famine. And others left the countryside in search of jobs and a better quality of life. What the vast majority have in common is that they ended up moving to a city.
There’s No Such Thing as Hope
I’d just finished reading Roxane Gay’s note on Alton Sterling and American officers’ proclivity for ending black life when I got a text from a friend who also had the misfortune of being born black: “they real deal out here killin niggas.” I wrote back and told him how hard it was earlier to watch that video of a seemingly innocent man lay dead in his own blood after being executed at close range, by a cop.
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