![]() Players can create campaigns, cosmetics and enemy types, which can be shared through Steam Workshop. In this mode, the player's save file is overwritten whenever the player performs an action, making it impossible for players to import an earlier save after making a poor decision. Īfter players complete the campaign, they can start a new game with the "Ironman" mode enabled. The game offers four difficulty settings: Rookie, Veteran, Commander and Legend. Every map features different terrain and buildings in each playthrough. Maps are procedurally generated to create a wide variety of levels. Many of the missions are timed, requiring players to complete it within several turns. Played from a top-down perspective, the game uses turn-based tactics in which players issue commands to a squad of human soldiers to eliminate the aliens in a map and dependent on missions, complete secondary objectives. In XCOM 2, the player-character is the commander of the XCOM military organization that is now reduced to a resistance force opposing the ongoing alien occupation of Earth. Gameplay Turn-based combat Ī member of the player's squad is hiding behind low cover as indicated by the blue half shield icon. An Android version was released on July 13, 2021. An iOS version, XCOM 2 Collection, was released by Feral Interactive on November 5, 2020. A Nintendo Switch port was released on May 29, 2020. Firaxis supported the game with downloadable content and released XCOM 2: War of the Chosen, the game's expansion, in 2017. It was nominated for multiple year-end accolades by several gaming publications. ![]() The game was also praised for its difficulty and the addition of modding tools criticism was mainly directed at its poor performance at launch. Critics praised the new concealment system, which they said adds a new layer of depth, and the procedural generation of maps. Upon release, the game received critical acclaim. XCOM 2 was released in February 2016 for personal computers PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions were released in September 2016. The game is powered by Unreal Engine 3.5. ![]() The artists drew inspiration from sci-fi movies including Elysium and Oblivion when creating the game's aesthetic. Compared with its predecessor, XCOM 2 has more emphasis on narrative. To encourage players to play more offensively, the developers introduced time-based objectives to boost the game's pacing. The developers set the game after the bad ending of the 2012 reboot because it allowed them to change gameplay, introduce various new features and redesign some enemies. Gameplay is split between turn-based combat in which players command a squad of soldiers to fight enemies, and strategy elements in which players manage and control the operations of the Avenger, an alien ship that is used as a mobile base for XCOM.įollowing players' feedback on Enemy Unknown, Firaxis added procedural generation of maps and mod support to the game. XCOM, a military organization trying to fight off an alien invasion, has lost the war and is now a resistance force against the occupation of Earth and the established totalitarian regime and military dictatorship. It is the sequel to 2012's reboot of the series, XCOM: Enemy Unknown it takes place 20 years after the events of Enemy Unknown. XCOM 2 is a 2016 turn-based tactics video game developed by Firaxis Games and published by 2K Games. ![]() Turn-based tactics, tactical role-playing ![]()
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![]() ![]() ^ "SpongeBob, Ninja Turtles sign on with American Dream".The ride is themed around the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fighting the supervillain Shredder in New York City's streets. The trains were given a custom paint design by "a local auto body artist." ![]() Each car has two rows of seating, with four seats per row. There are six trains, each with a single car. The 121-foot (37 m) drop, at an angle of 121.5 degrees, is the steepest in the world, beating the previous record-holder Takabisha by half a degree. A section of the building's ceiling is raised slightly to accommodate the lift hill, as well as the windows facing New York City. Riders are positioned so that they have a view of the New York City skyline in the distance. At the top of the lift hill, the train is held by the brake for 14 seconds before being released into the drop. TMNT Shellraiser has green track with purple and light-blue supports, and has a total of seven inversions. TMNT Shellraiser (green track) with other coasters, including Shredder (purple track, teal supports) Once the car is released from the top of the hill, it enters a dive loop, an inline loop, and an Immelmann loop, before hitting the final brake run and returning to the station. Once at the top, the car is held by a brake before entering the 121.5°, 138-foot (42 m) beyond-vertical drop. The train ascends onto a set of block brakes, slowing the train down before it makes a U-turn to the right and ascends the 141-foot (43 m) vertical chain lift hill. Immediately afterward, the coaster enters a banana roll inversion, a second corkscrew, and an airtime hill. The train ascends from the launched track section into a 125-foot (38 m) tall corkscrew. Afterward, it is propelled by linear motors from a standstill to 62.1 miles per hour (99.9 km/h) in two seconds. The train leaves the station and then immediately enters a slow heartline roll. TMNT Shellraiser is located entirely inside the structure of American Dream Meadowlands. The ride was temporarily closed after its soft opening because it did not have a permit to operate. The TMNT Shellraiser soft-opened October 25, 2019, as part of the opening of the first attractions at Nickelodeon Universe in American Dream Meadowlands. At that point, construction on the coaster was well underway. The names for the TMNT Shellraiser and three other coasters were first announced by Nickelodeon Universe representatives at American Coaster Enthusiasts' February 2019 "EastCoaster" summit. Vertical construction of the attraction officially began in early 2018. According to the mall's attractions director, Jeff Davis, the Euro-Fighter design was chosen because it would "break a world record to claim the steepest coaster in the world", and that he "anticipate up to 50 percent" of residents in the New York metropolitan area to ride the coaster. Details about the park's coasters, including a Gerstlauer Euro-Fighter with the world's steepest drop, were revealed in December 2017. In September 2016, officials at the long-delayed American Dream Meadowlands shopping mall announced that the Nickelodeon Universe theme park would be built inside the mall. The TMNT Shellraiser has the exact same layout as Takabisha at Fuji-Q Highland in Japan, a previous record holder for world's steepest roller coaster. ![]() It is the steepest roller coaster in the world with a vertical drop of 121.5 degrees. The roller coaster is a Euro-Fighter model manufactured by Gerstlauer, and themed to the 2012 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series. The TMNT Shellraiser is a steel indoor roller coaster at Nickelodeon Universe amusement park, within the American Dream Meadowlands shopping and entertainment complex, at the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States. Riders are arranged 4 across in a single row for a total of 8 riders per train. ![]() ![]() ![]() The two stars’ 1993 TV duet is a treat.Ģ9. The first Elton John song to chart (albeit low) in the States, this gospel-influenced spiritual was nevertheless later covered by Aretha Franklin. Elton decided it deserved more than comedy, and his version scored a hit, an Oscar and a Grammy. This song was also written with Tim Rice for The Lion King, where it is initially sung by a meerkat and a warthog. Elton (on harpsichord here) later re-recorded this stirring, hymn-like song, which he has described as “the first one of ours we got excited about”. Skyline Pigeon (1969)Įlton’s fortunes initially upped after meeting his lyricist of many decades, Bernie Taupin, through an advert. This trademark big ballad about unrequited love was initially a hit in 1974 before the combined star power of G&E gave them a trans-Atlantic 90s No.1. Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me (with George Michael) (1991) Elderberry Wine (1973)īrilliant Bernie hasn’t dropped many lyrical clunkers such as: “You aimed to please me / Cooked blackeyed peas me”, but otherwise this sax-blaring, piano-thumping retro rocker from Don’t Shoot Me, I’m Only the Piano Player is glorious. This Train Don’t Stop There Anymore (2001)įrom the film Songs from the West Coast – starring Justin Timberlake as peak glam lunacy era Elton – is this prime Elton ballad. The synthesizer solo is as dated as shoulder pads, mind. One of Elton’s richest vocals, this trans-Atlantic hit tells of a doomed love for an eastern European border guard. Elton celebrates with a free concert in Central Park, dressed as Donald Duck. Little Jeanie (1980)Īfter the disastrously-received disco experiment of 1979’s Victim of Love, new songwriting partner Gary Osbourne helps Elton relocate his soft-rock mojo and return to the US top five. Circle of Life (1994)Ī trademark big ballad from the animated Disney film, The Lion King, with lyrics by Tim Rice, who recalls how Elton produced a “stunning demo” from the written words in just 90 minutes. All the Young Girls Love Alice (1973)Īccording to some liner notes, this driving rocker from Goodbye Yellow Brick Road was penned about Alice Cooper before being hurriedly rewritten to be about a tragic lesbian schoolgirl sex worker. A vintage 70s Dr Marten’s-stomping ballad. This lesser-known cut from Goodbye Yellow Brick Road showcases similar piano skills to those Elton brought to his version of the Who’s Pinball Wizard in the film Tommy. Blue Eyes (1982)Ī mid-career, Grammy-nominated gem, laden with dollops of trademark melancholy (“Blue eyes … holding back the tears, holding back the pain.”) 40. ![]() ![]() Photograph: Shinko Music/Getty Images 41. The song was one of the first to use the talkbox, a wacky effects-pedal.Įlton John live at Nippon Budokan, February 1st, 1974, Tokyo, Japan. ![]() Three years after Rocket Man, space travel again provides inspiration via 1950s comic character Dan Dare. With the crazy outfits, barmy glasses and wheelbarrows of cocaine of the 70s far behind him, the post-throat op Elton uses his deeper range and older man’s gravitas to maximum effect. This is a beautiful song about a fading love. When Love Is Dying (with Leon Russell) (2010)Įlton’s first ever US performance was supporting the late Leon Russell, who shared vocal tips and decades later, joined Elton for the album The Union. Please (1995)Ī touching song from Made in England, which finds Elton in the role of elder statesman with nothing to prove except his capacity for love, and pleading “let me grow old with you”. The Ballad of Blind Tom (2013)įrom late period, minimalist gem The Diving Board, EJ evokes the poetry and spiralling piano runs of his early years with this lovely insight into the mind of a blind Deep South bluesman. A fine early career effort from his youthful rhythm and blues outfit. Recorded when Sir Elton Hercules John was still Pinner, Middlesex teenager Reg Dwight, a classically trained pub pianist and occasional session musician. Overshadowed by Honky Chateau’s bigger hit, Rocket Man, this brassier single finds Elton in playful mood: “Time to drink whisky!” 47. New lyricist Gary Osbourne doesn’t yet conjure the same magic. Elton starts a six-year break from otherwise career-long songwriting partner Bernie Taupin. ![]() ![]() ![]() "She's just so terribly charismatic and beautiful," he said. Elsewhere in the THR interview, he praised her for the immense talent and drive she brought to the project. We wanted it to go right through the lens of that camera and to every television that it was being watched on."Ĭooper, who directed the 2018 film, is still talking about his respect for Gaga as an artist. And we wanted people to feel that love at the Oscars. For me, as a performer and as an actress, of course we wanted people to believe that we were in love. Play icon The triangle icon that indicates to playįurther affirming that the performance was simply powerful acting, Gaga told ELLE in November 2019, "Quite frankly, I think the press is very silly. "It would have been so weird if we were both on stools facing the audience." It's that explosive moment that happens to happen to them on a stage in front of thousands of people," Cooper added. "They kind of fall in love in that scene in the film. It was also a way for him to bring dynamism to the live performance. "Just from a personal standpoint, it reduces the anxiety level," he said. Reliving the scene helped the actor transport himself away from stage fright and lose himself in the performance. At the time, Gaga addressed the romance rumors by saying, "Yes, people saw love and-guess what-that's what we wanted you to see." And now, Cooper has expanded on those intentions in a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter.Īccording to THR, Cooper's emotive presence onstage was in part a strategy to help "manage his own fears about singing live." While singing with Gaga, the actor imagined himself in the scene from the movie during which Jackson Maine, Cooper's character, brings Gaga's Ally onstage for a first-time duet that would propel Ally into stardom and the two into romance. ![]() ![]() The performance was so passionate, fans speculated that real sparks were flying between the two onstage. Perhaps the most memorable moment of the 2019 Oscars was when Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga performed the song "Shallow" from their film, A Star Is Born. ![]() ![]() ![]() Something I like to throw on my true and false section of the test for this section is an equilateral triangle and isosceles triangle? And the answer is yes, because an equilateral triangle has at least two sides that are congruent, so remember that when you’re taking your quiz. ![]() So I was able to solve that using just mental Math, now one other key thing, notice that all three angles are 60 degrees, giving us an equilateral triangle. Whereas, the types of a triangle that are classified according to the length of its side are Right, Acute, and Oblique. ![]() Based on the classification according to internal angles, there are three types Equilateral, Isosceles, and Scalene. Rule 2: Sides of Triangle - Triangle Inequality Theorem : This theorem states that the sum of the lengths of any 2 sides of a triangle must be greater than the third side. There are six types of triangles in total Isosceles, Scalene, Equilaterial, Oblique, Acute, and Right. I know that these two base angles must be congruent which means this angle right here must also be 60 degrees, and I can see right there that 60 plus 60 plus x has to be 180, which means x must be 60 degrees. As a result, the interior angle of a triangle given an exterior angle is 180 minus the measure of the exterior angle. Triangles are one of the most fundamental geometric shapes and have a variety of often studied properties including: Rule 1: Interior Angles sum up to 180 0. This is 120, I know this angle right here has to be 60 degrees. FAQ The isosceles triangle calculator is the best choice if you are looking for a quick solution to your geometry problems. If the straight lines bisecting the angles at the base of an isosceles triangle be produced to meet, they will contain an angle equal to an exterior angle. So the question how can use just one number, 120 degrees and find out what x is? The first step is to say 120 degrees and this angle form a linear pair which means they sum to 180 degrees. 360°÷3 120° Each external angle measures 120°. So I’m going to go ahead and I’m going to mark that these two angles must be congruent. What we do know from this picture is that we have an isosceles triangle with sides that are congruent and base angles that are congruent. equal sides of an isosceles triangle are equal when two lines intersect. One it’s not drawn to scale and two you can never assume anything just based on a drawing. (1) y x + 90 The exterior angle of a triangle is equal to the sum of its. McCall that is not an isosceles triangle.” At which point I’d say, thanks for your opinion, I know I can’t draw, but two key things. What you’re probably thinking at home is, “Mr. If we look at this problem right here, we see that we have an isosceles triangle. ![]() ![]() ![]() After the initial setup, you shouldn't need to set it up again unless you decide to tweak the stiffness. Still, the instructions provided make it simple, and there is also a helpful video online. The process is not quick, taking around 15 minutes. I chose to use the stem at -6 degrees and change the elastomers. Out of the box, it is set for a stem in a +6 degree configuration and average rider weight. The elastomers can be fitted either independently or in combination with another to suit a style of riding, handlebar type and rider weight. There are five elastomers provided, each a different firmness and are colour coded and numbered. The stem weighed 234g with elastomers fitted, which was just 1g over the claimed weight. The version tested was the 90mm ShockStop PRO, fitted to a gravel bike using the Redshift Kitchen Sink and replacing a stem of the same length. Maximum rider weight is 130kg with tuning options available, and it's suitable for flat or drop handlebars, with different elastomer suggestions depending on which you use. ![]() ![]() The stem offers 20mm of bump-smoothing suspension travel. Stack height is reasonable at 40mm, so it should fit most bikes even if you have a limited steerer tube above the headset. This version tested is the PRO which features titanium bolts and weight-reducing CNC machining, claiming to be 15% lighter than the standard ShockStop. It features a +/- 6 degrees angle with a range of interchangeable elastomers provided. The ShockStop PRO stem is available in lengths from 80mm to 120mm. Redshift ShockStop PRO Suspension Stem – Technical details ![]() ![]() ![]() This tax break could provide a tax savings of thousands of dollars depending on your tax situation. "The cost of seeing a preparer is significantly less than the cost of making a mistake. The Unemployment Tax Waiver Could Save You Thousands of Dollars. "But if you have anything like dependent children, children of divorce, separated parents, things that you have questions on, see a preparer," Askia-Reese said. Taxpayers who don't have extra tax forms should go to IRS.gov and use the Free File system, which allows people to file their federal taxes completely free of charge. It really is because of all the tax changes and pandemic pay." "That sticker shock of having a smaller refund is not something that your preparer is doing in error. "A lot of the smaller refunds do stem from having the additional non-earned income," Askia-Reese said. tax on the first 10,200 in unemployment income they received in 2020. ![]() She also warns people to not be surprised if their tax refund is smaller than before. You must have lost your job Unemployment benefits provide short-term income to. But this year, in the middle of the season, a lot of things are being changed."Īskia-Reese said she thinks the tax deadline might be moved back again because of the late changes. "Typically when there are major changes to the tax code, you find out in November or December. "It's been the longest year already," said Askia-Reese. That's why Askia-Reese says people need to be patient. However, filing an amendment is not a quick process and the IRS is still backlogged from pandemic-related issues. Videos show inmate dying inside medical isolation unit at Las Colinas Detention Facility ![]() ![]() ![]() If you have a large screen phone, try both versions to see which one is a better fit for your device. Play our billions of Sudoku puzzles on your mobile devices such as tablets and smartphones. The chance that you play the same Sudoku puzzle is almost zero. If you are looking for Sudoku free games, search no more. The Mini Leaderboards Spelling Bee Past Puzzles NEW Connections Gameplay Stories Since the launch of The Crossword in 1942, The Times has captivated solvers by providing engaging word and logic. Billions of free Sudoku puzzles are offered here online. The app is free, and you can download it from the Microsoft. Sudoku uses numbers, but no mathematics is needed, and that is why, it is so popular. Microsoft Sudoku is bringing the classic game you love to a whole new light Use simple logic to fill in the puzzles nine rows and nine columns with numerals 1-9. Microsoft Sudoku is literally the most popular Sudoku app that you can find on the Microsoft Store. ![]() WHEN YOU ASK THE BEST QUESTIONS OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS YOU INVITE THE BEST ANSWERS. Sudoku, or Su-doku, is a Japanese fun puzzle game. (Distributed by Andrews McMeel) Cryptoquote "Summer is drawn blinds in Louisiana, long winds in Wyoming, shade of elms and maples in New England." − Archibald MacLeish All 5 passengers including the sub makers CEO and millionaires are presumed died. The US Coast Guard announced on Thursday that it believes the sub imploded in the water near the Titanic wreck. (Distributed by Tribune Content Agency) CRYPTOGRAPHY PUZZLES Celebrity Cipher 1 day ago &0183 &32 The Titan submersibles implosion is the quickest way the passengers couldve died. Los Angeles Times crossword Today’s crossword (McMeel) Daily Commuter crossword SUDOKUĪnswer: The hike was going well until the path they were following began − TRAILING OFF ![]() Note: Most subscribers have some, but not all, of the puzzles that correspond to the following set of solutions for their local newspaper. ![]() ![]() The time in which the planet rotates around its axis exactly 360° with respect to the celestial sphere.ĭefined as the time between two successive sunrises over the meridian.Ĭalculated as the ratio of the magnetic field strength at the equator divided by the cube of the equatorial radius. DOI: Conference: AIAA Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Conference. The time taken by the planet to complete exactly one orbit around the Sun with respect to the celestial sphere. The ESA Earth Observation Programmes Activities for the Preparation of the Next Generation Gravity Mission. They have become powerful scientific tools to enable better understanding and improved management of the Earth and its environment.ĭipole field centre offset from planet centre (equatorial radii) Images of our planet from orbit are acquired continuously by several dedicated satellites. HELSINKI, J/PRNewswire/ - ICEYE, Finnish New Space and global leader in persistent monitoring of the Earth through its constellation of radar imaging satellites, announced today that. The name Earth comes from the Indo-European base 'er' from which similar names are derived in other European languages.ĮSA's Earth Observation programme comprises several dedicated satellites:Įnvisat, ERS 1&2, MetOp, MSG-1, Proba and Earth Explorers. ![]() ![]() ![]() Emmanuel’s Dream by Laurie Ann ThompsonĪlthough he was born with one misshapen leg, Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah pursued life with a tenacity that helped him accomplish all that he set his mind to. A story of pursuing one’s passion with perseverance. When Rosie’s attempt to build a flying contraption for her aunt doesn’t turn out quite as she plans, she feels like a failure but learns that in life the only true failure is giving up. Very patiently, with great determination, he slowly regains some of the control in his injured right arm, and although his abilities aren’t exactly the same, he goes on to become a celebrated artist. This whimsically illustrated story tells the tale of a talented artist who grows up immersed in the joy of creating art until he is tragically injured in a war. A Splash of Red: The Life and Art of Horace Pippin by Jen Bryant This beautiful retelling of “Humpty Dumpty” imagines what the fragile egg would do to regain his courage after falling from the wall. A wonderful story for encouraging kids to think outside the box. Although his body is not remotely designed for flight, Penguin’s creativity and ingenuity, not to mention his persistence, lead to the fulfillment of his dreams. ![]() Penguin has big dreams of soaring through the sky with the seagulls. With determination and practice, as well as a fair share of frustration, her trials ultimately lead to triumph. This sweet tale follows the course of a little one trying to learn to ride a bike, a milestone to which younger students will surely relate. Everyone Can Learn to Ride a Bicycle by Chris Raschka We follow along as Willie goes through his day, trying, trying and trying some more until finally his efforts are rewarded with a tweet! 9. Young Willie longs to be able to whistle for his dog, but try as he might, he just cannot figure out how to do it. “Oh, how Willie wished he could whistle …” begins this beloved classic. A great story for encouraging kids to dream big and never give up. Despite his many creative attempts, he learns in the end that sometimes having your dreams come true requires a little flexibility. In this inspirational story, a young stargazer wishes to catch a star of his very own. The main character imagines all of her potential future selves and realizes with hard work and dedication she can reach any goal she desires. I Can’t Do That, YET by Esther CordovaĪ tale that teaches the importance of the word ‘yet’ in developing a growth mindset. But with the help of her wise teacher, she learns with patience and perseverance she can solve any problem she sets her mind to. Sophie is frustrated when she can’t solve a puzzle and comes to the conclusion that she just isn’t smart. When Sophie Thinks She Can’t… by Molly Bang This charming story is chock-full of helpful practical tips to help children (and all of us, really) build a strong mind. My Strong Mind: A Story About Developing Mental Strength by Niels Van Hove Beautifully illustrated, this story teaches us that creating (art and life) is a process that requires patience and faith. Sometimes things that look like smudgy messes actually evolve into the most beautiful pictures. ![]() |
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