Here are some of the Ayah in Al Qur’an al Kareem, which can be recited to ensure happiness in marriage: Ayatul Kursi for Marriage .
There is no doubt that it is one of the most favoured verses in the whole of the Quran and is in the second Surah Al-Baqarah, 255 verse. This verse can be considered as one of the most attractive ones as it brings many advantages and protection to the person who chants this verse. It may help in making one believe in God, lessen the impact of fear, beseech for pardon with the Almighty God, and bring happiness in marriage.
Ayatul Kursi for Marriage , Ayat Al-Kursi is a verse taken from the Quran which is interpreted to mean the ‘Verse of the Power’ or ‘Verse of the Throne’. Marriage itself, of course, has many advantages when a man reads Ayatul Kursi.
There are several benefits that Ayatul Kursi offers for married couples or those hoping to get married:Thus, it becomes clear that Ayatul Kursi has many advantages for married couple or those who want to be married:

1. It is therefore important to call for a Righteous Partner in order to fight those forces that destroy the society and create chaos.

For the single people who are awaiting to have a partner so that they could have their own children and spouse, there is a Sunnah which says that one should recite Ayatul Kursi and seek a lawful, righteous partner as coveted by Allah (SWT). Thus, the verse effectively acts as a means of turning what could be a fantasy of having a spouse into a reality. When reciting these incantations, it is not just lip service but true and genuine commitment, then good luck is on the way of getting a good life partner.

1. Building up the affair with your partner

It is also advised in the advice for those who are dear to Allah which means that, married couples should wake up before the break of the Sun, and start by reading Ayatul Kursi before their partner and then embrace them when they are done with it. This verse is employed to invoke Allah (SWT) into the marriage with the aim of making the partners feel content and to discourage the couple from quarreling or even divorcing. The barakah in the Ayatul Kursi also generates affection, tenderness and optimism between the couple.

1. Resolves Marital Conflicts

It is also useful in managing conflicts arising between a husband and wife, due to the fact that it is Ayatul Kursi. Repeating it can aid in addressing conflicts before they intensify to an argument or physical confrontation. As with other verses, this one continues with the message of patience, forgiveness, and being mindful of Allah (SWT), it brings back the couple’s reminder that as Muslims, they have to learn to patiently forgive each other, and to remember and obey Allah (SWT).

1. It also assists in safeguarding against external interference more so in ensuring that clients do not stray from their objectives.

Also, such a prayer safeguards a marriage from one’s partner jealousy, evil eye, black magic which can be sent on a couple in order to separate them, etc. The recitation aids in calling on Allah (SWT) and affirming that he is the best guard of the marriage and no calamity shall be inflicted on it through witchcraft, etc.
Effect of Ayatul Kursi Recitals for Marriage & Process
Ayatul Kursi for Marriage , To fully benefit from the blessings of Ayatul Kursi for a marriage, there are some etiquettes to follow:The following are some recommended etiquettes for the use of Ayatul Kursi to ensure that the couple gets the best results out of it for their marriage:
• It is recommended to recite them after Fazr prayers which are offered early in the morning. This comes with maximum barakah for the day that is ahead in the future.
• Chant with emotions, intentions, ideas and sincerity. Spend some time to reflect on the words and their actual mean and try to discover the power behind it.
Finally give the blessings and blow lightly three times on the palms and pour the bless-ings over your spouse, yourself and the entire family. This distributes divine grace where it is needed the most.
Therefore, when a husband and wife conducts the act of reciting Ayatul Kursi for their marriage, such as marriage problems or disputes or, least, Allah (SWT)’s innumerable blessings can flow from the lovers’ couple. Therefore, it should be carried out every morning for a happy marriage, insha Allah.
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These days, if you're low maintenance, independent, used to being alone, or saying no to invitations, you're apparently seen as "nonchalant" in today's generation. I don't have any real "friends" for these reasons. However, no one's truly alone in this world, right? I realize that somewhere out there, there's someone just like you and who'll appreciate you just as you are.
About me:
• 'nonchalant' guy
• an introvert by nature
• a decent enough person with standards
• open to calls or chats
• chronically online, mostly at home
• not a gamer, more of a watcher
• zero soc med presence (no use or need for ig or x)
• 5'7, lean, pale-skinned, normal bmi
• from the south
About you:
• if we're similar, like-minded, or fit the criteria above then we're good, so long as you have that nonchalant or black cat energy, we can get along well.
(Note: do send a short yet decent intro if you come across my post)

Homeowners Association (HOA) management involves numerous responsibilities, including tax filing, which can be complex and time-consuming. Fortunately, integrating HOA software with TaxBandits API can streamline the tax filing process, ensuring accuracy and compliance. In this article, we'll walk you through the steps to achieve this integration, highlight the benefits, and provide tips for a smooth implementation.
Understanding the Basics
What is HOA Software?
HOA software helps manage various aspects of homeowners associations, including accounting, communications, and compliance.
What is TaxBandits API?
TaxBandits is an online tax filing solution that offers APIs for seamless integration with other software. The API allows you to electronically file various tax forms, including 1099s and W-2s, directly from your application.
Benefits of TaxBandits API Integration
Efficiency: Automate tax filing processes, reducing manual data entry.
Accuracy: Minimize errors by syncing data directly from your HOA software.
Compliance: Ensure timely and accurate filings with up-to-date tax regulations
Automating Traditional Tax Filing Process:
W-9 Collection and Validation: W9 Automation involves the collection of W-9 forms from vendors, It also includes TIN Matching to ensure accuracy and compliance with IRS records​.
1099 Form Processing: Automates the generation, validation, and e-filing of various 1099 forms based on the collected W-9 data and recorded payouts. TaxBandits also offers options for distributing these forms via postal mail or secure online access​
Conclusion
Integrating your HOA software with TaxBandits API can significantly streamline your tax filing process, saving time and reducing errors. By following the steps outlined in this guide and leveraging the benefits of 1099 Automation and W9 tax filing, you can ensure your HOA remains compliant with tax regulations.

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What does it take to get a great game to become a success in 2024? We have had a look into the latest charts, analytics and surveys to extract some insights to help decipher how to turn a game into a hit.

Finding your players: who’s in your squad?

The gaming population keeps increasing year by year¹, comprising people from all ages and regions, but how are most players discovering new games? Well, the answer is multifaceted, but luckily we found a survey, published this month, May 2024², to inform us — and yes, this one included non-binary people, a segment of the population you don’t want to ignore in your research! At the top spot, we find YouTube; the most popular and trusted platform to discover games, followed by TikTok. Both are known for their short and long-form video content, as we predicted would be more relevant than ever this year.
But don’t underestimate the power of traditional methods either, as word-of-mouth recommendations, online ads, TV, and in-store and online promotions still play a huge part in the discoverability of games, specifically by helping generate trustworthiness, a key feature of successful marketing. Meanwhile, community hubs like Twitch, Reddit and Discord also have a very crucial role in product sustainability and longevity, as another recent survey³ indicated by stating that approximately 67% of gamers think video games help to build communities and many have established new friendships and even relationships through gaming. Could your game do that too? If you’re new to Reddit or Discord, take a look at our article here for some tips on getting started.
That being said, there’s no need to pick just one platform, as statistics show that people actually use 4 to 5 sources to discover new games. Gone are the days of a one-size-fits-all approach. Today's gamers are a diverse bunch, and understanding their habits is crucial. The key takeaway? A successful marketing strategy should use a multi-platform approach, carefully tailored to your audience.

Internationalisation done well: customising your build

So, we've looked at who your audience is, now it's the turn of localisation. Counting on experts to help you enter a new market and establish trust through a different cultural lens is a strategy that today's top games follow.
Looking at the global charts for 2023⁴ and at the top-selling games from April in the EU⁵, it becomes apparent that localisation is a common thread. Let’s look more specifically at France: almost every single one of the top 20 best-selling console games of 2023⁶ has been localised to French, as well as a number of other languages, including Arabic, as is the case with Assassin's Creed Mirage. This particular title makes a very interesting case study of localisation and culturalisation becoming powerful marketing tools themselves, as well as being key to the game’s experience.
Assassin's Creed Mirage was released with an Arabic dub that wasn't just for show. Praised for its authenticity, the accurate localisation, realistic voice acting and cultural details transported players directly into the bustling streets of 9th-century Baghdad. The localisation team meticulously recreated the cultural atmosphere. From the way the characters addressed each other to the background conversations, everything felt authentic. This commitment to culturalisation not only resonated deeply with Arabic-speaking gamers, but also garnered respect from players worldwide, earning positive reviews and strong engagement for Mirage (as seen in this TikTok example). Consequently, the dedication to localisation and culturalisation not only enhanced the game but also acted as a powerful marketing tool in itself to promote sales.
Talking about TikTok, recent studies also reveal that the most popular games on the platform have been localised into several languages⁷. As a social media platform that prides itself on its international communities, it’s only to be expected this would be the case. In fact, they recently announced that bilingual ads in Spanish and English are even more effective in promoting content on their platform in the US than English-only ads! And, on top of that, they increased consumers’ perception of brands’ trustworthiness⁸.
So what can we learn from looking at a recent unexpected rising star? And yes, we are talking about Helldivers 2! With very little pre-launch marketing, the game quickly became a massive hit throughout Europe⁹ and other regions¹⁰, and it seems to be managing to keep its popularity thanks to its very well-crafted and unique tone of voice. The game's distinct communication style, a blend of dark humour and military jargon, is a key part of its charm. From the hilariously over-the-top mission briefings to the satire-packed and irony-tinted community announcements, their propaganda-inspired marketing, perfectly localised into several languages, keeps players engaged globally.

The final boss: putting it all together

By understanding which platforms your audiences use, their motivations and demographics, and by prioritising localisation to enter different markets, you can significantly increase a game's chances of becoming a global phenomenon. Remember, sometimes it’s the little things, like changing the way you approach new markets, that make a big difference. If you need a partner to help you on your journey, get in touch with us here and our team at Tiny Lagoon will be thrilled to join you.
Sources:
¹ https://indd.adobe.com/view/8892459e-f0f4-4cfd-bf47-f5da5728a5b5?allowFullscreen=true
² https://www.biggamesmachine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/BGM-Game-discovery-survey-2024.pdf
³ https://www.aevi.org.es/web/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/POP_Version_09-10-spread.pdf
⁴ https://www.gamesindustry.biz/gamesindustrybiz-presents-the-year-in-number-2023
⁵ https://www.gamesindustry.biz/fallout-4-jumps-to-no1-across-europe-following-tv-show-launch
⁶ https://www.sell.fsites/default/files/essentiel-jeu-video/ejv_mars_2024_3.pdf
⁷ https://www.gamesindustry.biz/gamesindustrybiz-presents-the-year-in-number-2023
⁸ https://www.tiktok.com/business/en/blog/bilingual-ads-spanish-hispanic-audience
⁹ https://www.gamesindustry.biz/european-game-sales-strong-in-february-thanks-to-helldivers-2-european-monthly-charts
¹⁰ https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/helldivers-2-is-estimated-to-have-sold-8-million-copies-so-far-

I am not the OOP. The OOP is u/evastraea posting in AmItheAsshole
Concluded as per OOP
2 updates - Long
Original - 21st June 2022
Update1 - 27th June 2022
Comment from OOP - 27th June 2022
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AITA for not giving my adopted daughter a stuffed animal for her high school graduation, when both of my biological children got one?
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I [49f] have 3 children, [22f], [19m], and [18f]. My oldest are my biological children from a previous marriage, and my youngest I became a mother to at the age of 2 when I married her widowed father. She has only ever called me mom, and I officially adopted her at the age of 12.
Now on to the issue with the stuffed animals: years and years ago, when I was only 20 and in college, I worked at a children's museum. I adored the job and working with kids, and had the idea to buy stuffed animals from the gift shop to be my future-kids' first stuffed animals whenever they were born. I had gotten a stuffed bear at birth that was very special to me growing up, and on my 18th birthday my parents gifted me a duplicate they had bought way back when and kept for me all these years. I found this so special, and wanted to do something similar, so I bought 6 stuffed animals from the museum's gift shop; 3 to be given at birth, and 3 duplicates. I had no idea at the time how many kids I would have, but I knew I wasn't planning on having more than 3, so I didn't get any more.
My first daughter received the stuffed animal I selected for her while pregnant. Then, between her birth and the birth of my son, I miscarried. The experience was deeply traumatic for me, especially as I miscarried in my second trimester, and I buried my baby with the stuffed animal they would have gotten. I kept the duplicate to for comfort, to cuddle and hold.
Finally, my son was born and received the last of the stuffed animals I had set aside so many years ago. Now, here's where I may be the asshole. For both my daughter and son's high school graduations, I surprised them with the duplicates, for them to take to college with them and compare against the stuffies they've been loving on their whole lives. Both were very moved by this, and took both (original and duplicate) to school with them.
My youngest, however, never received a stuffed animal, and so when her graduation celebration rolled along I had no duplicate to gift her. I watched her unpack all her gifts, and her face fall when she got to the last one and realized. She didn't really say anything, just got this super sad look on her face, and excused herself to her room. I followed to ask what was wrong, but she said she didn't want to talk to me, so her father went in instead.
According to him she cried to him that she didn't feel as loved by me as her siblings, and as much a part of the family - the unwrapping of her siblings' stuffed animals were very emotional events, and she had had the expectation she'd be getting the same. In hindsight I could have easily done something similar for her whenever I first came into her life, even if it wouldn't have been from the museum, but I just didn't think of it. She has been cold to me this entire last week, and I feel so terrible, I've offered to take her out to a special dinner the two of us to make amends but she turned me down. AITA?
Edit: the votes are in, and I am definitively TA. Many of you are suggesting that I get her a stuffie that reminds me of her, or maybe to get her two so she can continue the tradition with her future kids. But I think what I will do is gift her the duplicate my parents gifted me of my special plush bear I received at birth, which is one of my most treasured possessions, and deeply meaningful to me. Thank you all for the advice, it is genuinely appreciated.
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Mrs-Addams
YTA. Nothing quite says “you’re not like my other kids” like leaving her out of a family tradition when her turn came. I’m sorry about the loss of your baby and understand why you kept that stuffed animal for your own, however, the tradition could have started with her when she joined your family at age 2, or when you formally adopted her.
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SmartassMouth89
YTA your kids grew up together and for years you never once thought to go and buy two stuffed animals for your adoptive daughter?
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QueenKeisha
Right? In 16 years, and after giving 2 other bears away, she didn’t once think, hey what about youngest?
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SmartassMouth89
Right? She liked the daughters dad enough to marry him but didn’t think that it would be a good idea to give the two year old a stuffie at the wedding?
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Update - 6 days later
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Long story short: my daughter found my reddit post, and came to me in tears apologizing for her reaction. This was NOT my expectation, and I assured her she had nothing to apologize for, as I had been in the wrong. We had a long discussion about the situation, our feelings, and how to move forward from this, and although I know she is still hurt we are on our way to making amends.
Long story long: so what even happened? As I've now discovered, my daughter loves browsing AITA. She stumbled on my post, and after reading it in it's entirety, as well as a good chunk of the comments (all of mine, and many left by other redditors) she came to me in tears apologizing for her reaction.
She sobbed in my arms that she didn't want this to be the end of our relationship, and that she was sorry, and wanted to enjoy this last summer together. I held her and assured her she had nothing to apologize for, and apologized myself (I did shed a little tear, but tried to keep my emotions in check as I did not want the burden of comforting me to be on her).
What followed was a productive but incredibly emotionally vulnerable conversation, the details of which I will not disclose entirely. She has been going through a rough time, and my impression (I could be wrong) is that the lack of a stuffie at graduation was a catalyst for bigger emotions. She did take me up on my offer to take her to dinner, and I've now booked a reservation at a nice restaurant she has been wanting to go to for a while.
And last night we cooked her favorite dinner together, which gave us an opportunity to smooth things over somewhat. We have not yet broached the subject of me intending to gift her my own plush, except for very briefly (she insisted I didn't have to, and seemed to feel a lot of guilt), but I still plan to. I just feel it would be best to wait until things have cooled down.
And if she truly doesn't feel comfortable taking it, I plan on getting a bear of a similar look to be its "little brother" for her to take care of. That's the update, obviously things have not magically mended overnight, but we are finally on-track to a resolution. Many thanks to all that left advice, and please check the comments below for clarification on many questions asked before passing any judgements (I far exceeded the allowed word limit, and have instead pasted much of what I intended to say here below).
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aroundincircles
Read your first post and this one, and I feel it from both sides. My wife and I recently adopted a bio niece (13 yo this week) and she welcomes us as dad and mom, but we've run into a number of times where the kids will pull out something from a trip we went on, or an activity we did, etc years before she was ever in our lives, and she'll go "why don't you have one of those for me"? It's really hard, some of these things are simply impossible for us to get, and/or would cost us thousands of dollars (when We already spent 30+k on custody/adoption lawyers and court fees).
She also didn't even bring anything with her when we picked her up, she wasn't even allowed to bring a change of underwear. It's been something that we've had to deal with in counselling that her life with us didn't start till she was almost 12, and we have to begin fresh from there, we cannot turn back the clock and give her back an entire childhood she missed. Like when we went camping for the first time with her, and we were getting things out to visually see what we needed to get from the store and we pulled out the kid's sleeping bags, and she was like "where is mine", and the fact that we didn't already have one hurt her.
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Glum_Hamster_1076
And that doesn’t make you an ahole. I hope no one will call you one. Situations change and you’re not always able to “make up for it”. OP didn’t do this to hurt her daughter and it’s weird people are painting it that way. I hope things are going well with you all in therapy and your family is making great strides together.
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Comment from OOP
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When I initially posted to AITA, I was prepared to face judgment, and open to constructive criticism. However, while I did receive many constructive comments, which I truly appreciate, I received many more that were hateful and unconstructive, and I will admit, I did get defensive. But the attitude I took on in the comments is not one I brought into my interactions with my daughter; please understand that I did not throw in her face all the kind things I feel I've done for her over the years, but was rather attempting to contextualize our relationship for strangers who've never met us.
And before passing any further judgment in the comments, please check below for answers to a lot of the questions asked in the original thread. To answer a few questions: why did I not adopt her until 10 years after I came into her life? Because I never sought to force myself on her as her mother, and waited until she could give me explicit consent to adopt her. Why did I never buy her any stuffed animals? I did. I bought her many when I first met her, as well as one for her official adoption day, and every adoption day celebration since.
And I did technically gift her a stuffed animal for her graduation, too, it was just a plush of her college's mascot rather than a duplicate of a treasured plush from her childhood. So why did I not buy her a duplicate at any point over the last 16 years? I did not think to until my oldest graduated and received hers, by which point I (mistakenly) felt the significance would be lost. Both my bio kids received stuffies saved for them for decades, whereas she would have received one saved for only four years. Instead I tried to honor her in other ways, such as (as I described in the comments) crafting her a cookbook of generational family recipes that I illustrated by hand, because she is her own individual.
Truthfully, while I understand the sentiments expressed in the comments, I don't believe recognizing differences is inherently a bad thing. The duplicate stuffies my bio kids received were duplicates of the very first stuffies to ever be in their crib with them. Their receival of them was a birth event, and I did not give birth to my youngest. But that does not mean I love her any less, or that she is any less my daughter.
We have established our own traditions honoring her entry into my life, such as our celebration of her adoption day, and while I realize I could have handled the stuffie situation better, I do believe it was an honest mistake. But how could I not include her in a treasured family tradition, knowing how important it is (especially as an adopted child) to feel a part of the family? Because I truly did not realize this one specific tradition meant as much to her as it did.
I have strived to include her in as many family traditions as possible throughout the years. As I mentioned in the comments, she speaks German because I taught and spoke it to her growing up, even though her father does not. We celebrate German traditions, such as baking countless batches of German Christmas cookies together every year (just the two of us, neither of her siblings have any interest in baking), which is something I grew up doing with my mom, and every year it is quality time I deeply treasure.
For her 16th birthday I gifted her the locket my mother gifted me on my 16th, which she'd been gifted by my grandmother before me - this actually upset my eldest daughter, who had not received such a hand-me-down, and this is just to name a few. So given the fact that she has on occasion received and taken part in traditions my other kids have been excluded from, I did not think the stuffie would carry as much weight as it ultimately did. But isn't her reaction an indication that there are larger issues at play, and that she has likely felt this way for a while? Perhaps.
I am not a perfect adoptive mother, and have never claimed to be. And I can not see inside her brain, so I cannot know her true feelings. But my sense - and I may be wrong! - is that the larger issues at play relate back to her bio mom, which is something she expressed to me in our conversation. I did not disclose this in my original post, because I did not believe it to be relevant, and it is also a painful topic within our family, but her bio mom committed suicide whilst in the thick of post-partum depression. This has obviously impacted my daughter, who has been in and out of therapy for years grappling with feelings of loss, and guilt.
She is highly sensitive to feeling isolated within our family unit, which is something I should have taken into account in this situation, and I own that. I realize this is a huge hunk of text, but given the visceral reaction many had, I felt it was important to cover my bases. Come to whatever conclusions you all like, I will likely not be checking the comments for my own mental health, and the wellbeing of my family. To all who left genuine advice, even if that meant calling me an asshole, I truly do appreciate you. And to all who said hateful things, especially in regard to the loss of my baby, please consider the impact your words may have moving forward
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Rice-Correct
You’re a good mom. It might’ve been a mistake not to gift her the plush, and it might, as you said, just have been indicative of some larger big emotions going on, as graduating is a HUGE milestone and going to college is an enormous life change that is very rewarding and exciting, but also stressful. But it sounds like you’ve been amazing about creating beautiful memories and experiences together! I think at some point, the plush will be a distant memory. From your post, it seems pretty clear you DO have a good relationship, and you’re a caring, empathetic parent. ENJOY your summer together, Mama!
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sharraleigh
Don't take the hateful comments personally; it's easy to be cruel online to a faceless stranger. Also, your original post didn't include all this info (it would've been impossible to anyway), and therefore lacked a lot of the back story and nuance that frankly, a real person's life experience encompasses. Your daughter probably saw your post and realized how her reaction hurt your feelings and read the hateful comments and felt bad for you. It sounds like you have a great relationship and you're lucky to have each other in your lives!
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I am not the OOP. Please do not harass the OOP.
Please remember the No Brigading Rule and to be civil in the comments

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Hi All,
Please let me know if there's a better sub for this. The generic GTR sub seems very US focused.
Current budget is £55-£60K range, and would be a cash purchase.
With this, I am looking at the tail end of the generation ending in 2016.
First Q is, is it worth it to hold out and save for another year and come back when the budget is closer to £75K to purchase the 2017 generation car? Is it that much of a difference in upgrade?
Second Q is, my motivation will be for straight line speed, particularly 1/4 mile times. I visit the drag strip most months. Current car runs mid 11s. The new car would ideally be a big upgrade. Would that influence Q1, or are both generations tunable to get into the 10s?
Stage 4.25 times I am seeing online seem very underwhelming (11.2 etc?) but many variables including bad car, bad driver, bad track, etc. Would also be looking for any insight re Litchfield 4.25 (which I've heard of and looked into) vs Auto Torque 4.25 (which I haven't heard of, but is on an advert for a GTR in my price range on auto trader).
I'd really be looking for a car to do 10.8 or better.
Is that doable with £60K whilst still being somewhat new (2014 plate at a minimum).
This would be a daily driver, but I only do 5K miles per year. Ideally need it to be fully road legal, such that it'd pass an MOT without me needing to find a friendly tester.

Welcome to the fortnightly separation anxiety support group!
The mission of this post is to provide a constructive place to discuss your dog's progress and setbacks in conquering his/her separation anxiety. Feel free to post your fortnightly progress report, as well as any questions or tips you might have! We seek to provide a safe space to vent your frustrations as well, so feel free to express yourself.
We welcome both owners of dogs with separation anxiety and owners whose dogs have gotten better!
NEW TO SEPARATION ANXIETY?
New to the subject of separation anxiety? A dog with separation anxiety is one who displays stress when the one or more family members leave. Separation anxiety can vary from light stress to separation panic but at the heart of the matter is distress.
Does this sound familiar? Lucky for you, this is a pretty common problem that many dog owners struggle with. It can feel isolating and frustrating, but we are here to help!
Resources
Books
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Don't Leave Me! Step-by-Step Help for Your Dog's Separation Anxiety by Nicole Wilde
Be Right Back!: How To Overcome Your Dog's Separation Anxiety And Regain Your Freedom by Julie Naismith
Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Next Generation Treatment Protocols and Practices by Malena DeMartini-Price
Online Articles/Blogs/Sites
Separation Anxiety (archived page from the ASPCA)
Pat Miller summary article on treating separation anxiety
Emily "kikopup" Larlham separation training tips
Videos
Using the Treat&Train to Solve Separation Anxiety
introducing an x-pen so the dog likes it (kikopup)
Podcast:
https://www.trainingwithally.com/the-podcast
Online DIY courses:
https://courses.malenademartini.com
https://www.trainingwithally.com/about-2
https://separationanxietydog.thinkific.com/courses/do-it-yourself-separation-anxiety-program
https://rescuedbytraining.com/separation-anxiety-course
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Introduce your dog if you are new, and for those of you who have previously participated, make sure to tell us how your week has been!

In the fast-paced world of social media marketing, understanding key acronyms is crucial for effective communication and strategy execution. Here are 20 essential acronyms every social media marketer should know: ROI (Return on Investment) measures the profitability of your efforts, while CTR (Click-Through Rate) and CPC (Cost Per Click) track ad engagement and costs. CPM (Cost Per Thousand Impressions) evaluates ad reach, and SEO (Search Engine Optimization) alongside SEM (Search Engine Marketing) enhances your online visibility. SMM (Social Media Marketing) and SMO (Social Media Optimization) focus on promoting your brand on social platforms. KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) gauge success, and UGC (User-Generated Content) leverages audience-created content. Effective CTAs (Calls to Action) drive desired actions, and PPC (Pay-Per-Click) advertising targets specific audiences. CPL (Cost Per Lead) and CR (Conversion Rate) measure lead generation and sales success. A/B Testing compares different strategies, and FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) creates urgency. BR (Bounce Rate) assesses site engagement, while LTV (Lifetime Value) predicts customer profitability. Understanding these acronyms enhances your marketing strategy and ensures you stay ahead in the digital landscape.

It's happened to the best of us, we are off working on one of the mainframe networks and then we notice our packet speed is low in the network. You open your map and see a bunch of red exclamation points on one of the mainframe nodes, which could mean one thing. You got a hacker in your network.
So, how to deal with this? Well, there are two ways. One simple way is to sacrifice the endpoint by disconnecting it from the rest of the network, so the hacker can play with the endpoint all he wants and the rest of your network can function properly after you hit it with the AV tool. In my experience playing, this is a good way to handle this since there seems to be a limited amount of hackers that can exist, and if they are in the low level nodes like the research area, you're not going to be missing out on much credit generation when doing this.
But, what if you want to actually recover the endpoint and properly deal with the hacker? Well, there is a way to do this. Since I've searched online to see if anyone else has posted about this with little luck finding anything, I figured I'd post this guide for anyone wanting to know.
So, to handle a hacker will take a bit of time. You'll need access to the AV tool and any endpoint that ends in 2.2 (0.0.2.2, 0.1.2.2, 0.3.2.2, etc) I'll call this endpoint for ease as the cops. If you look at the field guide in game you'll see this endpoint is hinted at near the end. When you get most of the pages, you'll get a long list of endpoint addresses and descriptions of what each endpoint will do at the end of the field guide. You'll find that the endpoint address for 0.b.2.2 (the b is to note that this works with any 0.*.2.2 endpoint in any of the mainframe nodes) notes that it responds to DDoS attacks. For ease, I'll call this endpoint the Cops endpoint. Anyway, here is what the field guide wont tell you; A DDoS attack that is sent to the cops that was was addressed to the cops will not trigger a response. The cops will look at this packet and see it's addressed to it and think it's a normal packet and will get infected because of this. So this means you cannot just rely on the cops being on your network to automatically protect the network. You'll have to be a bit more hands on to fix this problem.
First, you'll have to find the hacker, easiest way is to watch your map and look for uninfected endpoints, so don't clean the network with your AV tool just yet, use the attack in your favor to eliminate where the hacker isn't. Once you've located the hacker, disconnect the affected endpoint from your network so it can't do any more damage. You'll need to run a line using relays directly from the affected endpoint to the cops, if you got colored wires I'd recommend you color this line to make it easier to clean up later. Once you got this line to the cops, you'll need to disconnect the cops from your network and connect to this line, making it so the hacker can only send packets to the cops.
You'll start to see a ton of hack packets start to go to the cops, which will trigger the response back through the line to the hacker in the form of a packet called law enforcement shutdown. This will shutdown the endpoint the hacker is using, which will cause the hacker to leave the endpoint. Now, you are free to reconnect the affected endpoint to your network, and use your AV tool to restart the endpoint and clean your network of the DDoS attacks in one go. All that is left now is to clean up the line to the cops and reconnect the cops back to the network.
That's it! Just a little leg work will take care of the hackers but keep in mind that they can and will return down the line. So use this when you need, otherwise follow my recommendation and quarantine the endpoint the hacker is using so they can stay out of the way.
Happy networking!

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In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, digital marketing has emerged as a crucial strategy for businesses aiming to reach a wider audience and drive growth. Whether you're a small business owner, a marketing professional, or an aspiring entrepreneur, understanding digital marketing is essential. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the fundamentals of digital marketing, the key components, and the steps to build a successful digital marketing strategy.
Understanding Digital Marketing
Digital marketing encompasses all marketing efforts that use the internet or an electronic device. Businesses leverage digital channels such as search engines, social media, email, and websites to connect with current and prospective customers. Unlike traditional marketing, digital marketing offers the advantage of targeting a specific audience with personalized and measurable campaigns.
The Core Components of Digital Marketing
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
SEO is the process of optimizing your website to rank higher in search engine results pages (SERPs). The higher your site ranks, the more visible it becomes to users searching for relevant keywords. SEO involves on-page tactics like keyword optimization and off-page strategies like backlink building.
Content Marketing
Content is king in digital marketing. Content marketing involves creating and distributing valuable, relevant, and consistent content to attract and engage a clearly defined audience. This can include blog posts, videos, infographics, podcasts, and more.
Social Media Marketing
Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn provide businesses with the opportunity to connect with their audience on a personal level. Social media marketing involves creating content tailored to the platform and engaging with followers to build a community around your brand.
Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising
PPC is a model of internet marketing where advertisers pay a fee each time one of their ads is clicked. Google Ads is the most popular PPC platform, allowing businesses to bid on keywords so their ads appear at the top of search results.
Email Marketing
Despite the rise of social media, email marketing remains a highly effective channel for reaching customers. It involves sending targeted emails to prospects and customers to build relationships, promote products, and drive conversions.
Affiliate Marketing
Affiliate marketing is a performance-based marketing strategy where businesses reward affiliates for driving traffic or sales through their marketing efforts. Affiliates use their own channels, such as blogs or social media, to promote the business's products or services.
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Creating an effective digital marketing strategy involves several key steps:
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Content is at the heart of digital marketing. Develop a content plan that includes a mix of blog posts, videos, social media updates, and email newsletters. Ensure your content is valuable, relevant, and engaging.
Optimize for SEO
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Leverage Social Media
Create a social media strategy that includes regular posting, engaging with followers, and using paid advertising to reach a broader audience. Use analytics tools to track performance and adjust your strategy as needed.
Utilize Email Marketing
Build an email list and segment your audience to send targeted campaigns. Personalize your emails and provide value to keep subscribers engaged. Use A/B testing to optimize your email content and design.
Invest in PPC Advertising
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Measure and Analyze
Use analytics tools like Google Analytics to track the performance of your digital marketing efforts. Analyze the data to understand what’s working and what’s not, and make data-driven decisions to optimize your strategy.
Stay Updated
Digital marketing is constantly evolving. Stay updated with the latest trends, tools, and best practices by following industry blogs, attending webinars, and participating in online courses.
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As technology continues to advance, digital marketing will become even more sophisticated. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning will play a significant role in personalizing marketing efforts and automating tasks. Voice search optimization and interactive content will also become increasingly important.
Businesses that stay ahead of the curve by embracing these trends and continually refining their digital marketing strategies will be well-positioned for success.
Conclusion
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