#bcd update

[wigglesforsquiggles]

Just was chasing a cow (real)

Big cow drama: our neighbor has terrible fences and his cows keep getting out into our pastures, so we had to chase this one and it was very stubborn the end

smh imagine not having good cow fences ur neighbour needs to try harder methinks

how does one chase a cow exactly ? every time i've seen them they've been quite immovable and stubborn abt it too

[pop-punk-furbies]

Update on my new furb!!

My friend named him “billy cool dirt” so I guess that’s his name now 🧍‍♂️

(I call him cool dirt lol )

I guess I could also call him bcd (hahah buoyancy control device where my scuba girlies at)

Also for anyone who doesn’t know I’m customizing him to be themed off of Greenday ^^

[ogprettyprincess]

𝟅𝟈 some of my dr's ! welcoming potential mootties, lets chat <3 | last updated: 170824 12:07pm

✰ anime

⚘ one piece , (1st) genevieve e. blue , 17 , s/o: trafalgar d. waterlaw , trope: captain/crewmate -> lovers (slow burn) , devil fruit: (kūki kūki fruit)air manipulation / (2nd) alira andilet , 18 , s/o: blackleg sanji , trope: crewmates -> lovers (slow burn) , devil fruit: (dangan dangan fruit) bullet manipulation

⟡ blue lock , satoru jena , 17 , s/o: micheal kaiser (slow burn) , family: gojo, geto (parents) + 4 siblings, team: blue locks eleven

𖦹 mha , gojo satori (yes) , 18 , s/o: bakugou katsuki , trope: strangers -> pining -> lovers (slow burn) , hero name: arachne , power: spider , family: satosugu & their 4 kids

⊰ jjk , taira kazuha , 19 , s/o: nanami kento , trope: mentor -> friends -> lovers , technique: string & invisibility manipulation , domain expansion: illusion of fear & desire , family: ren & kyoto taira (parents) kenji taira (brother)

꧞ haikyuu , ukai kananami , 15 , s/o: tsukishima kei , trope: strangers -> friends -> lovers , family: kaito & ben ukai (parents) ukai keishin (brother) , team: karasuno boys volleyball

␥ aot , geneviève ackerman , 15 , s/o: jean kirstien , trope: strangers -> enemies -> friends -> lovers , family: charlotte & oliver ackerman (parents) levi ackerman (uncle) , humanity's second strongest soldier :P , role: the savoir

⊞ atla , aoki kazuha , 16 , s/o: un-named oc , trope: strangers -> lovers , family: aki & rolan aoki (parents) kian & kano (brothers) , element: all , main: air, avatar of 3000 (?)

✰ shows

❀ obx , geneviève lambert , 17 , s/o: rafe cameron (not psycho) , trope: childhood friends -> "enemies" -> friends -> lovers , family: lyla lambert (mom) logan westwood (step dad) , role: man in the middle

⪩ twd , charlotte grimes , 21 , s/o: daryl dixon (32) , trope: strangers -> lovers , family: oliver & evie grimes (dad & mom) rick grimes (uncle turned dad) carl grimes (cousin turned brother) judith (cousin turned sister) , main weapon: dual blades

✵ bcd (/behind closed doors ; original reality) , katara brown , 18 , s/o: nakamoto arito (oc) , trope: strangers -> friends -> lovers (slow burn) , occupation: assassin in training , role: the finalist

✰ games

✶ genshin impact , (1st) princess enver le'mistral , 21 , s/o: kaedehara kazuha (?) , trope: strangers -> playful enemies -> lovers , vison: anemo , home: sky city (og) + fontaine , family: nalani & alain le'mistral (parents) navida le'mistral (aunt) , position: champion dualist / (2nd) tashita jinx - [under construction]

✰ other

✦ youtuber , (1st) geneviève eden silvestrè , 18 , s/o: matt sturniolo , trope: strangers -> friends -> lovers , family: evangeline & antonio silvestrè (parents) leo + angelina + dom (brothers & sister) / (2nd) imani eden monroe , 21 , s/o: berlin edmond , family: nilani monroe (mom) angelica & clementine (sisters)

◎ footballer , violet dupont , 21 , s/o: elisa de almeida , trope: teammates -> lovers , family: jamais dupont (dad) claude & blaise dupont (brothers) , team: psg feminines + women's french national

☆ actress , (1st) violette eden irl last name , 20 , s/o: drew starkey , trope: costars -> lovers , family: leila (mom) anastasia & june (sisters) , main roles: charlotte in obx + edith in despicable me + peyton in the game plan / (2nd) valerie eden auclair - [under construction]

𐙚 kpop , (1st) jenevieve eden levesque , 19 , s/o: christopher bang , trope: strangers -> friends -> lovers , year: 2020 , family: nilani levesque (mom) leo + angelina + dontai + alias + charlotte monroe (siblings :3) , groups: nct, nct 127, nct x / (2nd) - [under construction]

ᡣ𐭩 teen fame , genevieve eden morgan , 14 , s/o: elisa de almeida (15) , trope: friends -> lovers , family: jeffery dean morgan (dad) , main rolls - [under construction]

一 that's all ! if you have any same / similar dr's feel free to talk about them or dm me so we can !! (i desperately need to see satosugu happy if you can't tell)

❥ i didn't mention my waiting room cause that'll be another post, but it's basically a city shifting hub / giant waiting room for shifters from all different realities ! lemmie know if you wanna hear about it :)

[bizarrequazar]

GJ and ZZH Updates — March 19-25

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This is part of a weekly series collecting updates from and relating to Gong Jun and Zhang Zhehan.

This post is not wholly comprehensive and is intended as an overview, links provided lead to further details. Dates are in accordance with China Standard Time, the organization is chronological. My own biases on some things are reflected here. Anything I include that is not concretely known is indicated as such, and you’re welcome to do your own research and draw your own conclusions as you see fit. Please let me know if you have any questions, comments, concerns, or additions. :)

[Glossary of names and terms] [Masterlist of my posts about the situation with Zhang Zhehan]

03-19 → BEAST posted a second teaser video for their ad campaign featuring Gong Jun that would release a few days later. (1129 kadian)

→ Gong Jun’s studio posted a video of behind the scenes footage from his recent photoshoots for L’Oreal. Caption: “Come follow the footsteps of boss @ Gong Jun Simon and enter the midsummer early🌴~” BGM is I Just Need Fun by Marlboro and Funk It Up by BCD Studio.

→ Gong Jun posted in his supertopic, “Thank you everyone, stay safe!” then edited the second clause to “go back and pay attention to safety!” Context is that a large number of fans had been waiting for him outside Shenzhen airport, so he used a different exit to leave presumably to avoid an incident. 

→ BEAST posted a third teaser video. (23:29, 1129 kadian)

03-20 → BEAST posted a fourth teaser video (1129 kadian) shortly followed by two photo ads [here] and [here].

→ The Weibo Night account posted a promotional video for the event spoken by Gong Jun. This was reposted by Gong Jun’s studio.

→ Gong Jun attended an event for Haixi, the company that manages him. Fans noted that neither of the posts Haixi made of the event that day included him ([here] and [here], he did appear in a pre-recorded video of all Haixi’s artists). Gong Jun’s studio account did not post anything about the event. Fan Observations: Haixi has been... less that stellar with their management for him, especially recently, and fan frustrations over this have been increasing. There are rumors / speculations that Gong Jun is planning to leave their company soon; it’s unfortunately pretty common practice in c-ent for a company to negatively target an artist that has left them due to the threat of competition, so fans are quite worried over this possibility.

03-21 → Gong Jun posted the full commercial for BEAST to his personal Weibo. Caption: “Today is the spring equinox, the day to fly a kite. Let's chase the spring breeze together and find balance together.” This was reposted by BEAST with the added caption: “A new rain breaks in the empty mountain, and the days after that are like the spring breeze.”

→ Gong Jun posted two photo ads for BEAST to his Instagram. Caption: “Smell the fragrance of spring and fly the kite!”

→ Gong Jun’s studio posted one of the same photo ads.

→ Fresh posted a photo ad featuring Gong Jun.

→ BEAST posted another short commercial featuring Gong Jun. (23:29, 1129 kadian)

03-22 → BEAST posted a last short commercial for the ad campaign. (1129 kadian)

→ Haixi posted another video of their event from two days earlier. This one included a few seconds of footage of Gong Jun and a song with vocals done by him.

03-23 → The Golden Shield Cloud Insitute Weibo account run by Peng Lihu, where he has been claiming to have connections to Li Xuezheng (see [1] [2]), made a post saying that they were reporting a government official, Liu Hanjun, for abuse of power, with the post signed by “Li. Xue. Zheng”. The same was also posted twenty minutes later to an associated website, which had an IP address in Hong Kong hosted by a Tencent subsidiary in Singapore. Li Xuezheng’s Baidu page was deleted within half an hour after this; it is believed he had it taken down himself to avoid it being edited to include false information.

→ Shanghai City Living posted three additional clips [1] [2] [3] of the interview with Gong Jun they had released the previous week. Subbed videos: [2] [3]

→ The Chinese Wikipedia page for Liu Hanjun was edited to include the above information as a “controversy” by a user who had never made an edit before, with this then edited to include further details by a volunteer editor. The latter editor also then added the edits to Li Xuezheng’s Wikipedia page. At the time of this post, these additions have not been removed.

Around the same time, an audio recording allegedly of Li Xuezheng was circulated by whalers, in which he said he has “no regrets”.

03-24 → Golden Shield Publisher (legitimate) put out a statement that Golden Shield has been dissolved and no one can make statements on its behalf, following which the aforementioned Weibo account was muted for violaton of laws and regulations, and the aforementioned associated website was taken down. Both the Cloud Insitute and “official” Golden Shield Weibo accounts changed their display names to include “Qingdao”, the branch that Peng Lihu is associated with, and removed the pfps which contained trademarks registered to the real Golden Shield.

An article by the Epoch Times (see also 08-20) was published talking about this whole incident, accrediting it to Li Xuezheng. Other articles by Taiwanese news media companies later followed.

(summary adapted from Flora’s [here] which has more detailed info)

→ Several big whalers on Weibo wiped their accounts. One of these included an account that had been made two weeks prior to 813, who then made a post that the account was for sale; another whaler bought it to “stop it from falling into unknown hands.”

→ Gong Jun posted a commercial for L’Oreal.

→ A large number of toxic Weibo accounts, including Master Wu (Gong Jun anti) and HBW (participated in 813), were muted for violation of laws and regulations. The two aforementioned people moved onto side accounts.

→ Shanghai City Living posted their full interview with Gong Jun. [text translation] Caption: “No matter how the environment changes, Gong Jun still maintains the same forward posture as before: he has hope in his heart and stays grounded.” 

→ Gong Jun’s studio reposted a post from the Weibo Night account listing rules regarding fan behaviour for the event (ie. don’t crowd in public areas, don’t chase cars, etc.) Added caption: “The event is coming soon, please be civilized and rational, abide order, and at all times, pay attention to protecting the safety of people and property. Let's meet the boss @ Gong Jun Simon at #Weibo Night#.”

→ Madame Tussauds posted a photo of Gong Jun from 03-04. Partial caption: “Weibo Night is about to start, what kind of look will Gong Jun use to make his debut?”

→ Gong Jun appeared in a livestream for L’Oreal. [full recording] During it, he admitted that he keeps a digital calendar for remembering birthdays and anniversaries (as fans have long suspected lmao.) Fan Observation: After the Madame Tussauds unveiling, some solo fans complained under his studio’s posts that he’s been wearing too much white recently. He wore an all white suit again for this. (They also complained about him wearing matching clothing. Matching with whom, hmmm?)

03-25 → Fans of various artists gathered outside the Weibo Night venue in such levels that some joked it looked like the Olympics. Gong Jun reportedly bought drinks for some of his fans that he had delivered to them. [video of CPFs singing Tian Ya Ke]

→ Gong Jun’s studio posted: “In order to ensure the order of the scene, please evacuate in an orderly manner as soon as possible outside the venue, and do not stay. Be sure to protect your personal and property safety, thank you everyone for your cooperation ❤️”

→ Gong Jun posted four photos of his red carpet outfit for Weibo Night. Caption: “Flashing” These were also posted to his Xiao Hong Shu with the same caption, and to his Instagram with the caption: “Be the brightest boy!” @ing the designer Elie Saab.

→ Gong Jun attended the Weibo Night awards, during which he performed the song Neon Sweetheart Honey Darling alongside Liu Yuning and was among four to recieve the award for Artist with the Most Attention. [full program] [subbed red carpet interview part 1 | part 2] [subbed performance] [award acceptance]

→ Gong Jun’s studio posted a video of his red carpet outfit. Caption: “Waiting for the night to fade away, the curtain opened, and boss @ Gong Jun Simon stepped into the bustle.“ BGM was Mozart’s Piano Concerto No.21, Elvira Madigan.

→ Gong Jun’s studio posted fifteen photos of his red carpet outfit. Caption: “In a retro secret place, watching the bright lights. Boss @ Gong Jun Simon walks in the fragrance, enjoying the golden years together.”

→ Vogue posted a vlog of Gong Jun getting ready as well as nine photos. [subbed video]

→ Elie Saab posted nine of the earlier photos of Gong Jun in the custom clothes they designed for him.

→ Hogan posted three of Gong Jun’s earlier photos highlighting their shoes.

→ Gong Jun posted four photos of his performance outfit. Caption: “Bright” These were also posted to his Xiao Hong Shu with the same caption, and to his Instagram with the caption “There’s report of a performance tonight!” and @ing the designer Georges Hobeika.

→ Gong Jun’s studio posted a video of his performance outfit. Caption: “Boss @ Gong Jun Simon engraves a glimpse of the place where the afterglow diffuses, and invites you to come to the surprise stage tonight, see you later!” BGM is the instrumental version of Y Quizas by Demian Ly feat. DemianSax.

→ Gong Jun’s studio posted six photos of his performance outfit. Caption: “Working in the flow, boss @ Gong Jun Simon is addicted to this, meditates on it, and listens to the sound of nature.”

→ Tiffany and Co. posted three of Gong Jun’s earlier photos highlighting their jewelry.

→ Gong Jun posted four photos of his post-performance outfit. Caption: “‘On’ the stage!” (Put together, his Weibo captions are “Shining bright ‘on’ the stage!”) He also posted these to his Xiao Hong Shu, caption: “Finally  Done singing! Happy” and to his Instagram, caption: “Successfully done!”

→ Gong Jun’s studio posted a video of his post-performance outfit. Caption: “Full of prosperity and embellishment, the classics are new. Boss @ Gong Jun Simon continues the meaning with elegance.” BGM is Edo by Iwamizu.

→ Charlotte Tilbury posted a photo from that evening of Gong Jun having his makeup done.

→ Gong Jun’s studio posted four photos of his post-performance outfit. Caption: “Mottled, like a dream. Boss @ Gong Jun Simon interprets classics and new ideas, thank you for your attention!”

→ A banner with his award title was posted to Gong Jun’s personal Weibo.

→ The Weibo Night account posted four photos from Gong Jun and Liu Yuning’s performance.

Additional Reading: → Flora’s daily fan news → It was noticed back at the start of the month, around the same time as him deleting half his Instagram posts, that the follower count on Gong Jun’s Instagram has been rising dramatically (sometimes almost 100k a day) due to new accounts / bots following. The same is also happening with his Weibo follower count. There are worries that this is setting up to create an image of fans mass unfollowing him, please brace yourself in case an attack comes soon. At the time of this post, his Instagram is just shy of one million and his Weibo is just shy of 20 million. [record of activity]

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[anthemofgvf]

BCD Finale Update:

hi everyone! I would like to apologize for not having the finale released when I said I would. I have been super busy, and while I have it nearly done, my personal life is currently causing me to have to push back the release. I promise all of you that it will be out soon, and I sincerely apologize for the hold up. I will let you guys know as soon as I finish it fully, and when I will ACTUALLY be ready to post it.

all my love,

noel

[pokebiologisthal]

Character Info Sheet: Hal

Last updated 7/15/23.

Adapted from this Pokémon Trainer OC Template by CuteLittleNightmare on DeviantArt. More about Hal’s Pokémon here; fun Hal facts can be found here!

Personal Data

Name: Hal Illyria

Age: 29

Hair Color: Red

Eye Color: Brown

Height: 5’9” (175cm)

Weight: 180lb (81kg)

Birthday: August 18

Appearance

Identifying Features: 

Facial scarring (horizontal scar on right cheekbone, slightly diagonal scar below his bottom lip, and horizontal scar across the bridge of his nose); large burn scar on his left calf

Clothing Style:

When he’s in the lab, Hal usually wears olive green cargo pants, a short-sleeved white-shirt, a white lab coat and waterproof leather boots. His staff ID and key fob hang from one of his belt loops.

On research dives, Hal wears a thick hooded neoprene wetsuit, gloves, and boots and his scuba gear, which includes a dive knife, flashlight, fins, mask, air tank, BCD, wrist computer, regulator, snorkel, etc.

On days off, Hal dresses for comfort: cozy sweaters, jeans or sweatpants, and old t-shirts. 

Accessories:

Hal always has a pocket-sized waterproof notebook, pencil, one or two pokeballs, pocket-sized flashlight, and some sort of snack.

History

Birthplace: Fall City, Fiore Region

Current location: Ocean Life Research Institute, Cove Island, Decolore Islands

Occupation: Marine biologist

Affiliations: Ranger Union (former)

Alignment: True Neutral

Preferences

Likes: Water-, Ghost-, Dragon-, and Grass-types, hot cocoa, jasmine tea, black tea, the smell of sea spray, the beach and ocean, swimming, doing crossword puzzles, wilderness, mulled wine, spending time with his Pokémon, spicy foods

Dislikes: Steel- and Bug-types, coffee, overly excitable people, oversleeping, having to explain why he left the Rangers

Fears: His Pokémon being harmed or having no one to care for them, an experiment getting ruined, catastrophic ocean pollution

Berserk buttons: Poachers and smugglers

Descriptions

Personality: Hal’s a quiet guy unless you ask him about oceanic Pokémon, especially those that live in the depths. He's wary of professional trainers, contest entrants, gym leaders--anyone who he views as making a living off of their Pokémon. But once he knows they genuinely care for their companions, he warms up pretty quickly. Background: Growing up in Fiore, where Rangers are more common than trainers, Hal always wanted to be a Ranger. He begged his parents to let him attend the Ranger Academy, but they refused, wanting him to have a more traditional educational experience. Still, as soon as he graduated high school, Hal joined the Rangers. He was an active Ranger from the age of 18 until he was almost 23. Just after his 22nd birthday, Hal was assigned to a team tasked with breaking up and capturing the leaders of a notorious Pokémon smuggling ring. Hal worked on that case for the better part of a year, and the level of suffering and cruelty he saw inflicted on Pokémon in the name of profit made him sick to his stomach. Hal’s team succeeded in their mission, making headlines in the process, but Hal quit the Rangers soon after.

Hal returned to his childhood home in Fall City, where he lived with his parents for another two years, re-adjusting to everyday life and beginning therapy for his PTSD. When he was 25, he decided he wanted to go to university and applied to a Marine Biology program at the University of Sinnoh at Sunyshore. He graduated in three years and received a research internship at the Ocean Life Research Institute in the Decolore Islands. After his internship ended, he was offered a job as a research assistant. Hal is still based in the Decolore Islands, age 29.

[travel-with-bihari]

Scuba Diving in Andaman: 6 Things to Remember with FAQs

Exploring Andaman and Nicobar Island

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a pristine archipelago in the Indian Ocean, is a haven for scuba diving enthusiasts. The crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and diverse marine life make it one of the top diving destinations in the world. Whether you're a seasoned diver or a beginner, scuba diving in Andaman promises an unforgettable experience. Here's a guide to ensure you make the most of your underwater adventure, along with answers to some frequently asked questions.

What Should You Know Before Scuba Diving in Andaman?

1. Choose the Right Dive Site

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands scuba diving boasts several world-class dive sites. Havelock Island, with its renowned Elephant Beach and Lighthouse, offers spectacular dives suitable for all levels. Neil Island's Margherita's Mischief and K Rock are perfect for exploring colorful coral gardens and spotting exotic marine creatures. For a more secluded experience, head to North Bay Island, where you can dive amidst untouched coral reefs.

Different dive sites cater to different skill levels. Beginners should stick to sites with calm waters and good visibility, while advanced divers might seek out deeper, more challenging locations like Johnny's Gorge or Dixon's Pinnacle.

2. Get Certified

Before you dive into the azure waters for Neil Island scuba diving; one of the best areas in Andaman and Nicobar for this sports adventure, make sure you're properly certified. The Andamans offer various certification courses through globally recognized organisations like PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) and SSI (Scuba Schools International). These courses cover everything from basic skills to advanced techniques, ensuring you dive safely and confidently.

If you're new to diving and unsure about committing to a full course, try a Discover Scuba Diving program. These introductory dives, supervised by certified instructors, give you a taste of the underwater world without requiring prior certification.

3. Gear Up Properly

Most dive shops in the Andamans provide rental gear, including masks, fins, wetsuits, and regulators. However, if you have your equipment, it's always better to bring it along for comfort and familiarity.

Whether you're renting or using your gear, always double-check everything before a dive. Ensure your mask fits well, your regulator is functioning properly, and your buoyancy control device (BCD) inflates and deflates smoothly.

4. Understand Marine Life Etiquette

The underwater world is fragile and easily disturbed. Always practice good buoyancy control to avoid kicking up sediment or damaging coral reefs. Never touch or harass marine life, and be mindful of your surroundings.

Participate in reef-safe practices by using biodegradable sunscreen and avoiding plastic waste. Many dive operators in the Andamans are committed to eco-friendly practices and will guide you on how to minimize your environmental impact.

5. Be Aware of Weather Conditions

Scuba diving in Neil Island has two main diving seasons: November to April when the weather is calm and visibility is at its best, and May to September, which is the monsoon season. While diving is still possible during the monsoons, water conditions can be unpredictable, and some dive sites may be closed.

Always check the weather and sea conditions before heading out. Strong currents, rough seas, or poor visibility can turn a pleasant dive into a dangerous one. Dive operators will usually provide updates on the best times to dive each day.

6. Plan for Safety

Never dive alone. Always have a buddy to accompany you underwater. This is not just a safety measure but also enhances the overall experience as you share the wonders of the deep. Make sure a guide or instructor is included in your Andaman scuba diving packages. 

Be aware of your skill level and don't push your limits. If you're uncomfortable or unsure, communicate with your dive instructor or buddy. Safety should always be your top priority.

What Are Some Frequently Asked Questions About Andaman and Nicobar Islands Scuba Diving?

Q1: Do I need to know how to swim to try scuba diving in Andaman?

A1: Basic swimming skills are recommended for scuba diving, especially if you plan to take certification courses. However, for Discover Scuba Diving programs, strong swimming skills are not mandatory as instructors will guide you throughout the dive.

Q2: What is the minimum age for scuba diving?

A2: The minimum age for scuba diving in the Andamans is generally 10 years old. Children can participate in junior diving programs with appropriate safety measures in place.

Q3: How much does scuba diving cost in Andaman?

A3: The cost varies depending on the type of dive and certification level. Packages we offer are customisable, starting from 3499/- per person.

Q4: What marine life can I expect to see?

A4: The Andaman waters are teeming with marine life, including vibrant corals, reef fish, manta rays, sea turtles, and even sharks. Each dive site offers unique sightings, so you're always in for a surprise.

Q5: Are there any health restrictions for scuba diving?

A5: Certain medical conditions, such as heart problems, respiratory issues, and recent surgeries, can restrict scuba diving activities. It's essential to complete a medical questionnaire and, if necessary, get clearance from a doctor before diving.

Are You Well Prepared for Scuba Diving in Andaman?

Scuba diving in the Andaman Islands is a breathtaking experience that offers a glimpse into a vibrant underwater world. Hopefully, this guide was informative enough and helped you gain a clear perspective of what it's like to go scuba diving in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. By remembering these essential tips and being well-prepared, you can ensure a safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable adventure beneath the waves.

[divegearaustralia]

Buy Quality Dive Gear in Australia from Trusted Shops for Safe Diving

Leading marine shops offer online a variety of dive gear in Australia at reasonable prices.  These shops are always updating their stocks with the best new dive gear from top-quality brands such as Apeks, Aqualung, Tusa and more scuba equipment suppliers from around the world. They sell all types of new Dive masks BCD’s, Regulators, Diving computers, Drysuits, Wetsuits, Sharkskin Titanium, Dive lights, Underwater camera equipment, Dive bags and many more. These stores also rent out a wide range of dive gears in Australia.  Their scuba diving gear includes top of the range products from Aqualung and TUSA, The Latest BCD’s, computers and regulators.

These dive gear shops offer efficient PADI open water two days scuba diving course at reasonable cost.  This course is suitable for those who want to explore the other 70% of planet, support ocean protection, to see things you have never seen before, learn from a scuba diving expert, to carry the world’s most recognized scuba certification and more. These shops recommend that after booking for scuba diving course, you have to visit their shop at least 2 weeks before your course date, as you have to fit out for a Wet Suit and Scuba Diving Gear. In the first day, you will learn about the Scuba Diving Equipment. Then start with a 200-metre Swim and the Confined Water Dives to learn the necessary basic scuba diving skills.

Importance of Buying Dive Gears in Australia:

Numerous portals claim, having your own dive gear implies having equipment that fits you well and that you are comfortable with them. Additionally, since renting equipment for each dive can add up over time, it might help you save money. A mask, fins, snorkel, wetsuit or drysuit, BCD (buoyancy control device), regulator, and dive computer are the essential pieces of dive equipment that you can purchase.

In conclusion, dive gear shops in Australia offer various new dive gears, dive wear and more. Someone looking for these products should browse their websites.

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[lanshengic]

GF and Microchip announce production of Microchip’s 28nm SuperFlash embedded flash memory solution

【Lansheng Technology News】GF and Microchip Technology Inc. and its subsidiary Silicon Storage Technology® announced today that the SST ESF3 third-generation embedded SuperFlash technology NVM solution using the GF 28SLPe process will be put into production soon.

GF has set a new industry benchmark in implementing SST's widely deployed ESF3 SuperFlash technology. This implementation has the following features and advantages:

Lowest cost 28nm HKMG ESF3 solution with only 10 additional masks, including true 5V IO CMOS devices

SST ESF3 bit cell size is less than 0.05 square microns, very competitive

Operating temperature rating −40°C to 125°C

Read access time is 25 ns, programming time is 10 us, and erase time is 4 ms

Endurance over 100,000 program/erase cycles

Does not affect the design process (EG process) using qualified IP of the GF 28SLPe platform

Ready-made macros from 4 Mb to 32 Mb available immediately

Custom macro design support available from SST or GF

As the level of edge intelligence continues to increase, the use cases for embedded flash memory have also exploded. Embedded memory for secure code storage, OTA updates and enhanced functionality is on the rise in a wide range of applications in home and industrial IoT and smart mobile devices. Meeting these needs requires innovative platforms.

“GF is proud to partner with SST to develop, qualify and bring into production this impressive embedded NVM solution on our powerful 28SLPe platform,” said Mike Hogan, chief business unit officer at GF. “GF’s customers are discovering "This solution combines high performance, outstanding reliability, IP availability and cost-effectiveness, making it ideal for advanced MCUs, complex smart cards, and IoT chips for consumer and industrial products."

Mark Reiten, Vice President of Microchip’s Licensing Business Unit and SST said: “SST has worked closely with GF over the past decade to integrate and productize SST’s industry-standard ESF1 and ESF3 embedded flash technologies into GF’s 130nm BCD, 55nm, 40nm and current 28nm process platforms. We admire GLOBALFOUNDRIES for its leadership in offering the broadest range of embedded NVM solutions and look forward to our close partnership leading to more breakthroughs over the next decade."

Lansheng Technology Limited, which is a spot stock distributor of many well-known brands, we have price advantage of the first-hand spot channel, and have technical supports. 

Our main brands: STMicroelectronics, Toshiba, Microchip, Vishay, Marvell, ON Semiconductor, AOS, DIODES, Murata, Samsung, Hyundai/Hynix, Xilinx, Micron, Infinone, Texas Instruments, ADI, Maxim Integrated, NXP, etc

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[thedebugdiary]

How to Repair the Windows Bootloader in a Dual-Boot System with Ubuntu

Hey there, tech enthusiasts! 🌟 Are you struggling with a broken Windows bootloader in your dual-boot setup with Ubuntu? You've come to the right place! Today, I'll guide you through a straightforward process to get both your Windows and Ubuntu systems back on track.

📌 Prerequisites

A bootable Windows installation media (USB or DVD)

A bootable Ubuntu installation media (optional but useful for updating GRUB)

🛠️ Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Boot from Windows Installation Media

Insert your Windows installation media and restart your computer. Boot from the media and choose "Repair your computer" > "Troubleshoot" > "Command Prompt".

Step 2: Run DiskPart to Assign a Drive Letter

Open the command prompt and type the following commands:

diskpart list disk select disk 0 (or the disk where Windows is installed) list partition select partition 1 (or your EFI partition) assign letter=z exit

🔍 Note: The letter z is just a placeholder; you can choose any unused letter!

Step 3: Navigate to EFI Partition and Run FixBoot

Once you've assigned a letter, navigate to the EFI partition and attempt to fix the boot issue:

cd /d z:\EFI\Microsoft\Boot\ bootrec /fixboot

⚠️ Heads Up: If you get an "Access Denied" message, double-check that you've correctly assigned a drive letter to your EFI partition.

Step 4: Rebuild BCD

Try rebuilding the Boot Configuration Data (BCD) next:

bootrec /rebuildbcd

🔍 Note: If it still shows 0 installations, manually create a new BCD entry:

bcdboot C:\Windows /l en-us /s z: /f ALL

Remember to replace C:\Windows with your actual Windows installation path and z: with your EFI partition letter.

Step 5: Exit and Reboot

Type exit to close the Command Prompt and reboot your system.

Step 6: (Optional) Update GRUB from Ubuntu

This is an optional step but it's good practice:

sudo update-grub

Step 7: Reboot Your System

Now, you should see a boot menu allowing you to choose between Windows and Ubuntu. Select, boot, and enjoy!

🎉 Wrapping Up

That’s it, folks! You've successfully repaired your Windows bootloader. Remember, these steps can be sensitive to your specific system configuration, so proceed with caution. Always back up your important data before attempting any form of boot repair.

Happy computing! 💻✨

[magdasabs]

the flops have a bcd friendly next weekend, not sure if we will get any information/ updates on how it goes though

interesting, I feel like it's way too early to be releasing info to the public but if I remember correctly from last year they just don't care so maybe they will

[pendrivedatarecovery]

Uninstall As of late Introduced Windows Updates.

In the event that the above strategy doesn't work, you can uninstall the as of late introduced Windows updates to have an attempt. Since Pen Drive Data Recovery software can't boot the PC effectively, you want to uninstall Windows refreshes in Protected Mode.

1. Enter Windows RE.

2. Go to Investigate > High level choices > Startup Settings.

3. Click Restart.

click Restart

4. Press the F4 key on the console to empower Experimental Mode.

press F4 to empower Experimental Mode

5. Press the Success and I keys to enter the Settings

6. Go to Refresh and Security > Windows Update > View introduced update history > Uninstall refreshes.

7. There will be a rundown with every one of the introduced Windows reports on your PC. Select the update you need to erase and afterward press the Uninstall button to uninstall it.

Assuming this arrangement is inaccessible, if it's not too much trouble, move to the following one.

Irritated by Windows Update Not Working? To Do this

Windows Update not working issue has various circumstances. Presently, we sum up a few compelling arrangements which can assist you with settling it without any problem.

Technique 4: Debilitate Quick Startup

To cripple Quick Startup is one more demonstrated method for fixing Windows 10 mistake Planning Security Choices issue. To finish this work, you actually need to boot your machine into the Protected Mode. From that point forward, follow these moves toward impair Quick Startup.

Press the Success and R keys to open Run.

Type in charge and press alright to open the Control Board.

Go to Equipment and Sound > Power Choices.

Select Pick what the power buttons do from the left side rundown.

Press Change settings that are as of now inaccessible.

While seeing the accompanying connection point, uncheck the Turn on quick startup (suggested)

uncheck the Turn on quick startup (suggested) choice

Reboot your PC to see whether the issue is fixed.

Technique 5: Run SFC and CHKDSK

You can run Framework Record Checker (SFC) and CHKDSK by utilizing the Protected Mode or from WinRE.

1. Open Order Brief.

If you have any desire to open it from WinRE, kindly go to Pick a choice > Investigate > High level choices > Order Brief.

To open it in the Experimental Mode, if it's not too much trouble, right-click on Win on your PC and pick Order Brief (Administrator).

2. Type in the accompanying order line and press Enter to run Framework Record Checker.

3. In the event that the above order doesn't work, utilize the accompanying order:

4. At the point when the above cycle gets done, reboot your PC.

5. Rehash the initial step to open Order Brief, and afterward type in the accompanying order line:

6. While the checking system closes, restart the PC to check whether Windows 10 stuck on Getting ready Security Choices issue disappears.

Technique 6: Rename Programming Dissemination Envelope

To finish the work, kindly follow these means:

1. Open Order Speedy as Overseer.

Tip: The ways are referenced in technique 5. Along these lines, we won't rehash them here.

2. Type in the accompanying orders and hit Enter after each line to rename SoftwareDistribution as bak:

Strategy 7: Revamp BCD

In the event that the above technique doesn't work, you can revamp BCD to have an attempt.

1. Enter WinRE.

2. Go to Pick a choice > Investigate > High level choices > Order Brief.

3. Type in the accompanying order lines and press Enter after every one.

4. In the event that the above orders don't work, attempt the accompanying orders. Remember to press Enter after each order line.

5. Type in Exit to stop the Order Brief window.

Reboot your PC and check whether the issue is addressed.

Strategy 8: Check A few Windows Administrations' Status

To finish this work, if it's not too much trouble, follow these means:

1. Enter Protected Mode.

2. Press the Success and R keys to open Run.

3. Type in msc and hit Enter to enter the Administrations window.

4. Right-click on every one of the accompanying administrations and pick Properties to see whether the Startup Type is set as Programmed. On the off chance that not, set it as Programmed.

Foundation Savvy Move Administration (Pieces)

Cryptographic Assistance

Windows Update

MSI Installer

5. In the event that the above administrations are not running, you want to right-tap on the assistance and press Start.

6. Right-click on Windows Update and pick Restart.

click Restart

7. Reboot your PC to execute every one of the changes.

Technique 9: Incapacitate Certification Director Administration

You actually need to enter the Experimental Mode to incapacitate certification director administration.

1. Rehash stage 1 to stage 3 in strategy 8 to enter the Administrations window.

2. Find Accreditation Administrator Administration, right-click on it and pick Properties.

3. Open the drop-down list in the Startup Type segment, and set it as Crippled.

4. Click alright to keep the changes.

In the event that every one of the above arrangements can't take care of you, you might have to reset USB Drive Data Recovery software PC.

Technique 10: Reset Windows 10

Decision 1: Reset Your PC from WinRE

1. Enter WinRE.

2. Go to Pick a choice > Investigate > Rest this PC.

pick Reset this PC

3. Pick a choice you need to use to proceed.

4. Adhere to the guidelines to reset your PC.

Decision 2: Reset Your PC in the Protected Mode

In the wake of entering the Experimental Mode, follow these moves toward reset your PC.

[cas-skz]

Hi hello

Its the other half, Little Foreign Affairs.

Little update on my side of things.

There is a San request that I'm working on (because I'm the San hoe I guess)

YES, I am still working on the sequel to Behind Closed Doors

I have also started a Mingi fic

I do still have work, child and school I'm dealing with. So those people who have liked the stories written by me, and anyone who is waiting for BCD sequel.. its coming 🙌

Much Love ❤️

[educationalinstitutesindia]

Top 5 Colleges in India offering courses in Hospitality Management

In today’s globalization driven world, hospitality industry is gaining rapid development and this in turn is providing rewarding career options to the aspiring students. So, keeping this development in mind, many hospitality management colleges and institutes in India are offering undergraduate and postgraduate program in hospitality management that provides in-depth curriculum and complete training in various aspects of the hotel related industry, travel and tourism industry, and housekeeping and catering in Hospitality industry. This helps aspiring students to acquire all the requisite skills and knowledge to smartly handle the administrative and supervisory responsibility efficiently. A candidate who wants to make a career in hospitality management should have a great organizational ability, outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, and an eagerness for self-improvement.

Let’s us take a look at the top 5 colleges in India that provides courses in Hospitality Management to the aspiring students

The School of Excellence, Mumbai The School of Excellence provides comprehensive and holistic full-time undergraduate and postgraduate diploma in tourism and travel management courses powered by The SportingLions Foundation and piloted by BCD Travel. The postgraduate curriculum includes Post-graduate Diploma in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management with IATA Certification and Tour Manager Certificate course. The undergraduate courses include Certificate course in Travel Management, Advanced Diploma in Travel and Tourism Management, and IATA Foundation course. Visit the website: http://www.theschoolofexcellence.in for admission in various travel and tourism programs. The institute offers best Hospitality Management courses in Mumbai so aspiring students can access this course from any parts of the country. During the course, the students receive on-the-job-training, which gives them exceptional exposure of the global hospitality industry and helps in their right placement. The institute’s faculty members comprise of experienced and skilled mentors from both the academic and the industry sectors. The School of Excellence undertakes regular interactive sessions with prominent leaders and senior executives from the industry across the globe. This helps students to remain updated and gain in-depth knowledge about the industry from these interactive sessions. Amity School of Hospitality, Noida Amity School of Hospitality is one of the best institutes that offer graduate and undergraduate courses on hospitality management. Students who wish to pursue their dream of becoming a professional in this field can enrol in one of the courses. The institute offers Diploma in Food Production, Bachelor of Hotel Management, Diploma in Food and Beverage Service, Diploma in Front Office Operation and Diploma in Hospitality(Part-time). National Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Hyderabad National Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management offers hospitality and management courses and good placement options. The institute also features strong strategic alliances such as Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, Travel Agents Association of India, Hyderabad, South India Hotels and Restaurants Association, Youth Hostels Association of India and other prominent associations. The institute offers various hospitality management courses which include Bachelor of Business Administration (Tourism and Hospitality), Master of Business Administration (Tourism and Hospitality), PGDM (Tourism Management), and B.Sc. (Hospitality and Hotel Administration). Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Hotel and Tourism Management Studies, Mumbai Founded in the year 1992, Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Hotel and Tourism Management Studies provides 3 years full-time B.Sc. in Hospitality Studies. The institute also offers other important non-degree courses which a candidate can pursue to enhance skills and competencies in hospital management industry. This course includes Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Craft Course in Bakery, Craft Course in Cookery, and Craft Course in Food and Beverage Service. National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Noida Under the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology is one of the prominent institutes for students passionate in Hotel management courses. The institute offers good placement opportunities to the successful candidates who graduate from this institute. The institute also offer reasonable fee structure to the students. Some of the courses in hospitality management include B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration, Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics and Hospital Food Service, Post Graduate Diploma in Accommodation Operations and Management, B.Sc. in Hospitality Administration. The institute also offers Diploma courses such as Diploma in Food and Beverage Service, Diploma in Front Office Operation, Diploma in Food Production etc. Hotel management is an upcoming global industry and prepares professionals to work at the hotels, resorts, cruise liners, aviation and casinos. So, before enrolling in hotel management course choose your institute wisely to derive the maximum output from it. Read the full article

[anthemofgvf]

next part of BCD series update! :

i will be going out on a trip for a week with family, so i’ll most likely be unable to do any sort of updates for the series. it pains me, because i just want to release it for you all, but i do not think i’ll have the time.

it should be posted in two weeks, so hopefully part five was enough for you guys to get a little taste of what’s to come! it’s only uphill from here:)

[logicxonomy]

Proof of Sine Rule and Cosine Rule of the triangle

Let, In a △ABC, the length of sides: BC=a, CA=b, and AB=c then according to the Sine Formula

a/Sin A =b/Sin B =c/Sin C =2R

Here R is the Circumradius of the △ABC.

Here is the proof of this formula.

Draw AD⟂BC, the height AD=h

In △BDA, Sin(B)=h/c

h=c.Sin(B)

Similarly, In △CDA

Sin(C)=h/b

h=b.Sin(C)

So, c.Sin(B)=b.Sin(C)

b/Sin(B)=c/Sin(C) ……………(i)

Now, Draw BE⟂AC, the height BE=k

a/Sin(A)=c/Sin(C) ……………(ii)

From the equation (i) and (ii):

a/Sin(A) =b/Sin(B) =c/Sin(C) ……………(iii)

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Draw a Circumcircle of △ABC. Here O is the Circumcenter of the triangle.

The length of Circumradius=R

So, the length of the diameter, BD=2R

∠BAC=∠BDC=∠A (Angles, subtended by the same arc at the circumference in the same segment)

∠BCD=90° (Angle made by the diameter at the Circumference)

Now in △BCD, according to Sine Rule:

BC/Sin(BDC)}= BD/Sin(90°)

a/Sin(A) =2R/1

a/Sin(A) =2R …………(iv)

From equation (iii) and (iv):

a/Sin(A) =b/Sin(B) =c/Sin(C)=2R

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